At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial crime compliance and support the MLRO in a dynamic banking environment.
- Company: Well-established UK bank with a strong focus on financial crime prevention.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking to advance into a DMLRO role.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in financial crime oversight and governance.
- Qualifications: Extensive AML experience and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.
I'm currently working on behalf of a well-established UK bank to recruit a Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (DMLRO) for its London-based Financial Crime team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Crime professional to act as the deputy to the MLRO, providing second-line oversight across AML, sanctions, fraud, and wider financial crime compliance activities.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Acting as deputy to the MLRO and providing leadership during periods of absence
- Managing internal suspicious activity reports and supporting SAR submissions
- Oversight of CDD, EDD, high-risk customer reviews, PEP assessments and sanctions screening
- Leading financial crime monitoring, quality assurance and thematic reviews
- Producing MI and reporting for senior management and governance committees
- Supporting regulatory engagement, audits and remediation activity
- Delivering financial crime advice, training and subject matter expertise across the business
The successful candidate will have:
- Significant AML / Financial Crime Compliance experience within banking or financial services
- Strong knowledge of AML, CTF, sanctions, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring and SAR obligations
- Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and regulatory requirements
- Excellent investigative, analytical and report-writing skills
- Previous experience as a Deputy MLRO, Financial Crime Manager or similar leadership role
Desirable qualifications:
- ICA Diploma in AML
- ICA Advanced Certificate
- ACAMS
This role would suit someone looking to step into a broader DMLRO position with significant exposure to governance, regulatory engagement and strategic financial crime oversight.
Deputy MLRO employer: Taylor Root
At Taylor Root, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration in the heart of London. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development opportunities and a supportive environment where innovative legal solutions thrive. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your expertise and encourages meaningful contributions to our exciting creative business.
