Job title: Deputy MLRO
Job type: Contract
Location: Bath, UK

Job Description

Deputy MLRO 

Overview

We are seeking a Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to join our client's Risk & Compliance department. This role will involve supporting the MLRO in establishing and operating an effective financial crime framework, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mitigating compliance risks. This is a hybrid role based in Bath and comes with an attractive pay rate of up to £750 per day (inside IR35) for a 6 month duration.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies related to financial crime.
  • Oversee compliance with regulatory rules on systems and controls against Money Laundering and engage with regulatory authorities as required.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to Anti-Financial Crime.
  • Investigate and respond to AML-related inquiries from regulators, clients, and employees.
  • Support ongoing regulatory and change programs by acting as the Anti-Financial Crime compliance expert.
  • Keep management informed of significant Financial Crime issues and developments.
  • Assist in the analysis and production of Compliance Governance reporting.
  • Respond to alleged breaches of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and Standards of Conduct.
  • Identify and assess emerging risks, including those arising from changes to regulatory obligations.
  • Develop and implement compliance training programs to educate employees on relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Qualifications

  • Robust experience in financial services in a 2nd line back-office anti-financial crime role.
  • Relevant business qualification.
  • Working knowledge of and experience in using the relevant regulatory handbook.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel and other MS Office applications.

Day-to-day

The role will involve working closely with senior management, board members, trustees, operations team, sales team, regulatory authorities, third-party compliance contacts, and external auditors.

Benefits

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We value alternative viewpoints, celebrate individuality, and foster a culture where everyone can bring their true self to work.

Why Apply through Deerfoot?

  • We provide an impartial and consultative service that centres on equipping you with comprehensive and trustworthy insights regarding opportunities.
  • Client-side stakeholders place their confidence in our market knowledge and unbiased approach.
  • Our efforts are dedicated to securing the optimal outcome on your behalf.
  • We have undergone annual audits by BSI, consistently achieving the BSI 9001 Quality Standard without fail.
  • As a REC Corporate Member, we firmly adhere to and uphold their code of Professional Practice.
  • With every candidate's CV that we present to a recruiting client, we contribute £1 to the Born Free Foundation.
  • Since 2020, we have operated as a climate action workforce through Ecologi, effectively offsetting the entire carbon footprint of all our employees.

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