Head of Compliance Monitoring and Financial Crime Investigations

Head of Compliance Monitoring and Financial Crime Investigations

We are looking for a Head of Compliance Monitoring and Financial Crime Investigations to support the Director of Compliance in formulating and implementing a formal programme of compliance monitoring assessments of Just Group’s business areas. This will provide an independent evaluation of arrangements to senior management regarding the operations of the Group’s systems and controls, to ensure the firms consistently deliver fair outcomes and meet their regulatory obligations.

In this role you will lead the completion of special investigations, with specific focus on financial Crime.

You will also provide development support for the wider compliance function.

Responsibilities

1. To develop and deliver an appropriate risk based compliance monitoring programme that reviews business activities covered by FCA & PRA rules or other relevant regulations to ensure that the business and management meet regulatory obligations, communicating the findings effectively to all levels.
2. With support from the Heads of Compliance, Retail, deliver a programme of risk based compliance monitoring for Just Group’s key financial intermediaries.
3. To provide pro-active follow up to issues raised in monitoring to ensure that they are closed down within acceptable timescales.
4. Ensure that Financial Crime investigations are completed with appropriate diligence.
5. Ensure internal disclosures are reviewed by the MLROs or authorised person; and that investigations and decisions are securely recorded and reports uploaded onto the NCA website where appropriate.
6. Provide support and assistance to the Director of Compliance in developing the skills of the wider Compliance team.
7. To provide timely and accurate reports to senior business management, in accordance with the agreed format.
8. To participate in establishing a strong and positive compliance culture within Just Group.
9. To develop and maintain, through monitoring activity, effective stakeholder relationships with business / specialist areas, including external parties, to influence change and educate the business by providing guidance and advice on the regulatory control framework.

Skills & Experience

1. Proven compliance track record in financial services, with preferably both operational and prudential monitoring experience in the retail insurance market.
2. Experience of Financial Crime investigations and the regulations applicable to such.
3. Experience of the development and delivery of compliance business support.
4. Previous experience with the regulator is desirable.
5. Experience of managing a team.
6. Integrity, probity and high ethical standards.
7. Leadership and influencing skills.
8. Exceptional analytical and report writing skills.
9. Strong communication skills both internally and externally.
10. Ability to negotiate internally and externally.
11. Proven project management skills to deliver plans to agreed timescales.
12. Developed understanding of business management and operations.
13. High level of IT literacy including Microsoft Office packages.
14. High level of compliance / governance awareness.
15. A service orientated approach towards both internal and external customer is essential.

Company Benefits

1. A Competitive Salary, Pension Scheme and Life Assurance.
2. Along with 25 Days Annual Leave plus an Additional Day on us for your Birthday.
3. Private Medical Cover and Income Protection, just in case.
4. A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme – paid annually based on individual and company performance against targets.
5. Opportunity to progress within your career both in-role and within the company.
6. FREE access to the Headspace App, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline and Trained Physical & Mental Health First Aiders (On-Site).
7. A variety of Employee Funded Benefits available to you via our Online Benefits Portal.
8. Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones.