At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial crime initiatives and enhance risk management strategies across EMEA.
- Company: Join Citi, a global leader in financial services committed to responsible growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, generous holidays, performance bonuses, and tailored medical insurance.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for learning and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in financial crime risk management while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial services with a focus on AML/Sanctions compliance is essential.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
By joining Citi, you will be part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.
Team/Role Overview
The Financial Crimes Risk Senior Manager is responsible for supporting the ongoing implementation and enhancement of the EMEA Services Financial Crime governance framework within the 1st Line of defence. The role includes active participation in regional and franchise-wide Financial Crimes risk mitigation programmes, shaping the strategy for managing Financial Crimes risks in partnership with the Global team, and contributing to the overall regional In‑Business Risk (IBR) strategy. The incumbent promotes effective Financial Crimes risk management solutions by partnering with all Services Product teams and 2nd/3rd line of defence partners, including Compliance, Legal & Operations, and Technology teams both regionally and globally. The Manager plays a key role in the development of new and expanding TTS products by providing guidance and ongoing support for product teams to ensure appropriate and effective controls are introduced and maintained.
What You’ll Do
- Drive the execution of Services In‑Business Risk and Financial Crimes Risk strategic priorities in the EMEA (coverage of 50+ countries).
- Lead on significant financial crime initiatives and prepare the respective reporting for senior management.
- Act as the Business Sanctions Risk Officer’s delegate, leading complex sanctions projects end to end and conducting reviews of sanctions processes and procedures across all product lines to ensure policy requirements are met consistently and documented appropriately.
- Advise on design of controls, ensuring they are implemented by the Business.
- Identify and assess AML/Sanctions risk for new and enhanced products and innovative solutions.
- Conduct reviews of Sanctions and AML processes and procedures across all product lines to ensure policy requirements are met, are fit for purpose, and have been implemented consistently with appropriate supporting documentation.
- Assess impact of proposed changes to AML and Sanctions policies, procedures and guidelines, and work with AML and Product Compliance to ensure the business operates in line with regulatory requirements.
- Participate actively in several senior management governance forums and produce high‑quality reports and management information.
- Support the Business in internal or external reviews, including managing exam preparation and deliverables.
- Identify opportunities for streamlining processes and implementing efficiencies that will ultimately lead to an enhanced client experience.
What We’ll Need From You
- Relevant experience in Financial Services, with Financial Crimes or AML/Sanctions Compliance experience.
- Able to work independently and deliver according to strict timelines and quality standards.
- Knowledge and understanding of financial crime risks, operations, and product functions.
- Demonstrated ability and confidence to challenge business management and escalate issues.
- Global mindset and proven record of leadership experience in managing complex processes or larger projects.
- Experience of working within a small team is an advantage.
- Prior regional or multi‑country oversight is an advantage.
Qualifications/Skills & Competencies
- Attention to detail and ability to accurately analyse data and draft concise documentation.
- Commercially minded, with good organisational and planning skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate clearly and concisely to multiple audiences.
- Ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to assess complex issues through root cause analysis and other analytic techniques, structure potential solutions, and drive to resolution with stakeholders.
- Comfortable navigating complex, highly matrixed organisations.
- Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders.
- Enthusiastic about learning and committed to succeed.
What We Can Offer You
- Hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week) and a competitive base salary (annually reviewed).
- Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure.
- Discretionary annual performance‑related bonus.
- Private medical insurance packages tailored to personal circumstances.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Pension Plan.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Special discounts for employees, family, and friends.
- Access to an array of learning and development resources.
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity, please let us know or contact the Accessibility team.
Financial Crimes Risk Senior Manager (Senior Vice President) in Belfast employer: Citi
Citi is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and well-being, offering a hybrid working model and a competitive salary alongside generous benefits such as 27 days of holiday, private medical insurance, and a robust pension plan. The collaborative work culture fosters innovation and inclusivity, empowering employees to take on significant responsibilities in managing financial crimes risk across a diverse EMEA region, while also providing access to extensive learning and development resources for continuous professional advancement.
