The Deputy MLRO is responsible for supporting the effective operation of the Bank’s Financial Crime Unit (FCU) within the Second Line of Defence (2LoD). The role serves as deputy to the MLRO, acting under delegated authority where appropriate and providing oversight, challenge, and guidance in relation to the Bank’s financial crime framework. The role also supports the MLRO and Head of Compliance in leading the Financial Crime team and ensuring the Bank meets its regulatory, governance, and financial crime risk management obligations. Key Responsibilities Act as key advisory point of contact for the 1LOD in relation to all financial crime matters. Co-ordinate and support in the delivery of the Bank-wide financial crime risk assessment. Responsible for the maintenance and calibration of the Customer Risk Assessment. Responsible for the maintenance and calibration of the Transaction Monitoring System Responsible for the maintenance and calibration of the Customer and Payment Screening Systems Support financial crime regulatory reporting Responsible for the production of financial crime related MI Support in the oversight of financial crime related projects as and when required Support in financial crime horizon scanning activity Act as the MLRO delegate in the absence of the MLRO To support the MLRO in the co-ordination of team deliverables and team strategy Support in the oversight and delivery of the Risk department combined assurance plan Qualifications
