Our client is seeking a Financial Crime Prevention Specialist to join their organisation on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a senior and influential position at the heart of risk strategy and governance operations, with Controlled Function R16 (DMLRO) responsibilities. The successful candidate will support the Chief Compliance Officer in ensuring compliance with legal, ethical and regulatory requirements, and will play a vital role in protecting the business from regulatory, financial and reputational risk across multiple jurisdictions.
Job Duties:
- Act as an Approved Person under Controlled Function R16 (DMLRO)
- Interpret and apply AML/CFT regulation across jurisdictions to ensure business compliance
- Embed and maintain an effective Financial Crime framework, including anti-money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud prevention
- Monitor legal and regulatory changes and ensure timely action and implementation
- Coordinate responses to sanctions, prohibitions, and advisory notices
- Support implementation of control improvements in collaboration with risk, legal and compliance teams
- Develop and maintain internal AML/CFT procedures aligned with legislative and industry guidance
- Provide subject matter expertise on AML/CFT matters across regulatory consultations and compliance reviews
- Design and oversee proportionate, risk-based AML/CFT monitoring processes
- Oversee submission of formal reports to law enforcement agencies and manage any resulting legal orders
- Manage internal AML/CFT reporting and contribute to the Group’s Annual AML/CFT Board Report
- Provide AML/CFT regulatory advice and support on strategic projects and due diligence reviews
- Support integration work during acquisitions and organisational changes
Job Requirements:
- In-depth understanding of financial crime legislation and the responsibilities of a DMLRO in the Isle of Man and other operating jurisdictions
- At least 2–5 years in a senior Financial Crime Prevention role, ideally with DMLRO R16 experience
- Strong knowledge of regulatory risk from both technical and operational perspectives
- Understanding of financial services, ideally within life insurance and investments
- Experience working in multi-jurisdictional and fast-changing business environments
- Relevant professional qualification or willingness to achieve one within 18 months
- Proven ability to deliver credible, timely subject matter expertise
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, succession planning and team development
- High standards of integrity, independence, and professionalism
- Excellent organisation, time management, and communication skills
What You’ll Love:
Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking financial services group committed to maintaining the highest standards of risk management and governance. They offer a supportive and inclusive environment where expertise is valued and professional growth is encouraged. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping the organisation’s approach to financial crime prevention.
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