Director of Financial Crime Risk Operations

Role Overview Airwallex is hiring a Director of Financial Crime Risk Operations in London. This senior leader shapes the company's approach to protecting its financial systems and processes. The role calls for strategic oversight and hands-on direction in managing financial crime risks. What You Will Do Lead the development and execution of risk management strategies focused on financial crime prevention. Work closely with teams across the business to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Drive initiatives that identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to financial crime. What We Look For Strong background in financial crime risk management. Experience leading operational teams and implementing risk strategies. Ability to collaborate across functions and communicate with stakeholders at all levels. Familiarity with relevant regulatory standards.

About Checkout.com Checkout.com powers online payments for major brands such as eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony. Headquartered in London, the company operates from 19 offices across six continents. Teams here focus on performance and innovation, working together to shape the future of financial technology. Role Overview: Manager of Financial Crime Product Risk The Product Compliance team is seeking an experienced specialist in Financial Crime Compliance. This London-based role centers on collaborating with product teams to improve offerings while maintaining compliance with financial crime regulations. The work spans both new and existing products, with a global perspective as Checkout.com continues to grow. Expertise in anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) is essential. The position involves close coordination with analytics, engineering, compliance, operations, and commercial teams. Key Responsibilities Lead risk assessments for new initiatives and existing products, identifying financial crime vulnerabilities and ensuring controls meet global risk standards. Oversee the product lifecycle from a risk perspective, including assessments, communication, documentation, and recordkeeping. Build and maintain strong working relationships with business, product, and technology stakeholders. Work closely with product and engineering leaders to align on roadmaps and deliverables. Stay current on financial crime compliance requirements to support product launches and expansion into new markets. Location This position is based in London and offers a global scope.

Plasma Inc. seeks a Financial Crime Operations Specialist for its London office. This role centers on reviewing financial transactions, detecting suspicious activity, and helping the company meet regulatory standards. The work plays a key part in protecting clients and maintaining the integrity of financial systems. Key responsibilities Analyze financial transactions to identify unusual or suspicious patterns Spot potential financial crime risks and escalate cases when appropriate Assist with compliance efforts related to laws and regulations Collaborate with team members to improve anti-financial crime procedures Location This position is based at the London office.

Role Overview Capco is hiring a Management Consultant for its Financial Crime Risk Transformation practice in London. This permanent role sits within the Financial Crime, Risk, Regulation & Finance Transformation team and offers a hybrid work arrangement. What You Will Do Lead or support advisory and transformation projects focused on managing financial crime, sanctions, and fraud risks. Redesign operating models, enable technology solutions, and drive cost optimization across all three lines of defense. Help clients respond to regulatory reviews, manage remediation programs, and address operational backlogs. Assess and benchmark current controls, identify gaps, and develop solutions to strengthen risk management. Contribute to new propositions and offerings for clients in the fraud and financial crime sector. About the Team Consultants and Senior Consultants at Capco work closely with clients to deliver meaningful change. The Financial Crime Risk Transformation team values collaboration and a people-focused approach, balancing regulatory requirements with practical, innovative solutions. Location London (Hybrid)

Join LemFi, a Series B financial technology company, as we revolutionize the way the Global South engages with financial services.At LemFi, we believe that relocating to a new country should not equate to starting from scratch. Our diverse team of over 400 professionals across 20+ countries is dedicated to creating a financial ecosystem that empowers immigrants to maintain connections, build stability, and grow wealth, regardless of their origins or current locations.What began as a solution for swift, cost-effective remittances has evolved into a comprehensive platform offering multi-currency accounts, payments, credit options, and long-term financial growth.With millions of users worldwide, we handle over $1B in monthly transactions across more than 30 countries, proving that financial opportunities know no borders.Your RoleAs the Financial Crime Operations Manager, you will be pivotal in steering LemFi’s Financial Crime Operations. Your primary responsibilities will include leading investigations, streamlining processes, and enhancing operational efficiency to safeguard our customers while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.You will not merely oversee operations; you will design and optimize workflows, implement data-driven enhancements, and lead a high-performing team committed to preventing financial crime without sacrificing the user experience.Your ContributionsTeam Leadership: Mentor and manage the Financial Crime Operations team, overseeing investigations, unblocks, and performance metrics.Operational Excellence: Own and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Time-to-Unblock, investigation turnaround, and QA accuracy, ensuring reliable and efficient workflows.Process Optimization: Maintain and enhance SOPs, quality assurance processes, and operational dashboards, identifying and rectifying inefficiencies through data insights.Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with Product teams to refine rules and unblock experiments, and with Compliance and the MLRO on escalations, SARs, and regulatory reporting.Data Insights: Generate actionable insights on false positives, alert quality, and investigation trends to continuously enhance financial crime operations.Stakeholder Engagement: Manage communications with banking partners and law enforcement to ensure timely and high-quality responses within SLA.

About Checkout.com Checkout.com delivers digital payment solutions trusted by well-known brands including eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony. Millions of users rely on these services for a smooth checkout experience. With 19 offices across six continents and headquarters in London, the company focuses on innovation and continuous improvement in fintech. Role Overview: Senior Director of Financial Crime Controls This London-based leadership role guides Checkout.com’s global Financial Crime Controls (FCC) strategy. The Senior Director oversees a team of subject matter experts specializing in Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions, and anti-money laundering (AML) initiatives. The position shapes FCC operations and ensures compliance across all regions. Main Responsibilities Build and maintain strong relationships with third-party outsourcing partners to improve operational processes. Lead the design, deployment, and ongoing refinement of Transaction Monitoring and Screening models, including tuning, calibration, segmentation, and optimization. Offer strategic guidance on AML and Sanctions matters, working closely with local MLROs to meet regulatory requirements. Work with Compliance Product teams to clarify operational roles and responsibilities. Define and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and metrics to evaluate FCC process performance and efficiency. Supervise compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and the improvement of operational procedures. Partner with internal teams to support new product launches and strategic business growth. Learn more about the company at Checkout.com.

About Us:At Velocity, we are transforming the global financial ecosystem by seamlessly integrating fiat and digital assets through our regulated stablecoin technology. We are addressing critical inefficiencies in global payment systems, taking on challenges from SWIFT limitations to the costly and time-consuming nature of cross-border transactions.Founded by industry veteran Eric Queathem, who has extensive experience in scaling and leading payment ventures, Velocity boasts a skilled team of approximately 25 professionals operating from London and Warsaw.Our advanced platform empowers businesses to execute payments, manage treasury functions, and ensure liquidity in real-time, operating 24/7/365. We eliminate friction in global payouts and cross-border settlements, combining the rapidity of stablecoin technology with the dependability of traditional finance.With strong partnerships, including collaborations with Fireblocks and other top-tier technology providers, we are constructing a trusted infrastructure for scalable global expansion.In May 2025, we proudly announced a $10 million pre-seed funding round led by Activant Capital, with participation from Fuel Ventures, Triton Capital, Fabric Ventures, Commerce Ventures, Digital Space Ventures, and Preface Ventures, alongside strategic stakeholders from Stripe, Worldpay, Visa, Circle, PayPal, and Google.

At Kroo Bank, we're revolutionizing banking by prioritizing our customers, handling finances responsibly, and leveraging technology to simplify and enhance transparency in everyday banking. As a fully regulated UK bank, we are supported by long-term investors, and we are proud of our expanding customer base and ambitious goals. We operate with agility, thoughtful decision-making, and uphold high standards in product development, risk management, and employee care.Your Role and Key Responsibilities:As a Senior Product Manager, you will oversee the complete product lifecycle for initiatives aimed at bolstering Kroo’s financial crime controls, operational effectiveness, and automation capabilities. You will convert intricate risk and operational needs into customer-centric solutions that are safe, compliant, scalable, and measurable. Collaborating with teams across Product, Technology, Data, Operations, Financial Crime, Risk, and Compliance, you will implement enhancements that mitigate risk, lessen operational loads, and improve decision-making processes throughout the bank. Your responsibilities will also include:Crafting a vision for your team, translating it into strategic actions that positively impact our customers' experiences.Collaborating with your team to design and implement secure, reliable, and efficient financial crime and operational workflows across both customer-facing and internal channels.Taking full ownership of your products, managing the entire lifecycle from discovery and planning to market launch and ongoing optimization.Defining and managing your backlog, making necessary trade-offs to deliver customer and business value promptly while maintaining a focus on risk and operational effects.Championing continuous discovery across financial crime, operations, and automation, validating concepts that enhance controls, efficiency, auditability, and customer outcomes through insights and experimentation.Translating complex requirements and evolving regulations into clearly defined product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria to enable high-quality delivery.Partnering with Financial Crime stakeholders to enhance preventive and detection capabilities in areas like AML, CTF, sanctions, fraud, and transaction monitoring, in alignment with the bank’s risk appetite.Working with Operations teams to streamline processes, identify challenges, eliminate unnecessary manual tasks, and deliver measurable service, productivity, and quality improvements.Leading automation projects that minimize manual tasks and errors, including workflow tools, case management enhancements, rules optimization, straight-through processing, and intelligent decision-making.Making data-driven decisions and taking decisive actions when data is limited, utilizing insights, experimentation, sound judgment, and thorough documentation of rationale.

Job Title:Intern – Transaction Monitoring & Fraud Alert ClearanceLocation:London Office (in-person, 2 days per week)Type:Unpaid Internship Duration: 3 Months Working Days: 2 Days per Week (In-Office Only)About the InternshipJoin us for a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the financial crime and compliance landscape. This internship is tailored for driven students, recent graduates, or those pivoting careers who aspire to enhance their understanding of transaction monitoring and fraud risk management.You will collaborate closely with our compliance team at our London office, receiving training to assist in investigating and resolving financial alerts while contributing to the protection of our clients and institutions from suspicious activities.Key ResponsibilitiesTransaction Monitoring Examine transaction monitoring alerts triggered by AML/CTF regulations. Perform initial investigations on unusual or suspicious transactions. Utilize internal policies and risk assessment frameworks to evaluate alert severity. Compose clear and concise documentation for each alert decision. Escalate complex or high-risk cases to senior compliance personnel. Fraud Alert Clearance Oversee fraud detection systems and recognize unusual behavioral patterns. Investigate alerts concerning potential fraudulent account activities. Assist in gathering and analyzing supporting documentation and account histories. Document findings and resolutions in case management systems. Contribute to the continuous improvement of fraud detection controls. Essential Skills & QualificationsMust-Haves: Proficient analytical and critical thinking abilities. Meticulous attention to detail with a structured work approach. Strong written communication skills for summarizing findings effectively. Genuine interest in financial crime prevention, AML, or fraud investigations. Basic understanding of banking operations or financial systems. Preferred: Current students or recent graduates in Criminology, Law, Business, Finance, or related fields. Familiarity with FCA regulations, the UK’s AML framework, or fraud typologies. Previous experience in a financial, investigative, or customer-facing role. Benefits of the Internship Hands-on exposure to financial crime compliance processes. Mentorship from seasoned compliance professionals.

Role Overview Capco is growing its Financial Crime Transformation practice and seeks a Managing Principal / Director based in London (hybrid). This permanent position sits within the Finance, Risk, Regulatory & Financial Crime area. The focus: shaping and delivering large-scale transformation projects in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions, and Fraud. What You Will Do Lead end-to-end transformation programs for clients tackling AML, Sanctions, and Fraud challenges. Advise clients on regulatory compliance, including remediation efforts and responses to regulatory reviews such as s166. Design and roll out target operating models, controls, and technology solutions for financial crime prevention. Spot areas for innovation and cost efficiency within anti-financial crime and fraud operations. Build and maintain relationships with senior client stakeholders, supporting business development and expanding Capco’s offerings. About Capco’s Financial Crime Transformation Team This team works closely with clients to address complex and changing financial crime risks, helping organizations respond to regulatory demands and strengthen their defenses against financial crime.

About Baringa Baringa is a leading global consulting firm dedicated to fostering change and creating value for our clients. Leveraging deep industry insights and cutting-edge technology, we empower organizations to achieve their goals with enhanced confidence and clarity. With a workforce of over 2,000 professionals across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia, we amalgamate global perspectives with local expertise.Our operations span various sectors, including energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media, and telecoms. Our capabilities encompass strategy, transformation, and operational excellence, all driven by advanced technology, data analytics, AI, and digital innovation.Clients appreciate Baringa’s collaborative approach, where our teams work in harmony with a shared commitment to understanding and addressing the critical issues at hand. Our firm is recognized for its compassionate and inquisitive experts who are dedicated to ensuring client success. We assist clients in transforming energy markets, modernizing financial platforms, expanding telecom and digital networks through data analytics, enabling digital services in government, and unlocking growth in consumer sectors.Accredited as a Great Place to Work globally, Baringa has earned recognition from the Financial Times across 22 categories in its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings and has been named one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes for four consecutive years.Join Our Risk & Compliance Practice We are seeking an experienced Economic Crime Consultant / Senior Consultant to join our dedicated team at Baringa. Our mission is to combat financial crime and mitigate its detrimental effects on society. We strive to provide valuable insights that lead to sustainable improvements for our clients, the environment, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to help organizations understand the mechanisms of Economic Crime within their operations, implement effective controls, and manage associated risks efficiently.

Lendable develops technology to help people access credit and manage their finances more efficiently. Since its founding in 2017, the company has grown into a UK fintech unicorn, with a team of over 700 professionals. Lendable is recognized for its rapid growth, high customer ratings, and backing from investors like Balderton Capital and Goldman Sachs. The company continues to expand in the UK and US, focusing on improving financial products such as loans, credit cards, and car finance. Employees at Lendable take ownership of their work from the start, contribute to building in-house technology, and collaborate with colleagues who are committed to finding new solutions. The team uses data, machine learning, and AI to refine processes and deliver a better experience for customers. Role overview The Financial Crime Operations Team Leader manages daily operations to safeguard customers and ensure regulatory compliance. This position centers on transaction monitoring and handling suspicious activity reports. Keeping up with evolving financial crime trends is essential, as is identifying ways to improve team workflows. Location This role is based in London or Kent.

Role Overview Capco is hiring a Management Consultant focused on Non-Financial and Operational Risk for its Finance, Risk, Regulatory & Financial Crime practice in London. This position involves working with leading financial institutions on projects that drive risk transformation and advisory services. The work centers on strengthening risk frameworks, governance, controls, and surveillance capabilities. What You Will Do Lead transformation projects within enterprise and operational risk functions. Assess, document, and improve risk processes and control measures across both first and second lines of defense. Work on market abuse and trade surveillance initiatives, including evaluating controls and refining detection scenarios. Support the adoption of AI and model tuning to boost surveillance effectiveness and minimize false positives. Collaborate with stakeholders from multiple functions and seniority levels to ensure smooth project execution.

Role Overview Capco is hiring a Principal Consultant focused on Non-Financial and Operational Risk. This permanent position is based in London with a hybrid work arrangement. The role sits within the Finance, Risk, Regulatory & Financial Crime practice. What You Will Do Lead large-scale risk transformation programs, covering enterprise and operational risk areas. Oversee trade surveillance and market abuse frameworks, refining detection scenarios and controls for better outcomes. Advise clients on regulatory requirements and help design practical, strategic solutions. Apply and supervise AI and model tuning methods to strengthen risk monitoring and minimize false positives. Build and sustain relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor to client leadership teams. Location and Employment Details Location: London (hybrid) Practice area: Finance, Risk, Regulatory & Financial Crime Employment type: Permanent

Join ComplyAdvantage, a pioneering SaaS firm dedicated to eradicating financial crime through innovative intelligence infrastructure. As the Senior Director of Revenue Operations, you will play a crucial role in architecting and scaling the operational framework that underpins our global go-to-market strategy. This influential position acts as a nexus among Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Finance, and Product teams, driving sustainable and efficient growth across various regions, products, and customer demographics.In this mission-driven role, you will establish a high-performing RevOps function that propels our next growth phase, ensuring alignment across go-to-market teams, enhancing forecasting precision, and boosting sales productivity.

Job Title: Financial Crime Analyst (AML) Department: Financial Crime Reports To: Financial Crime ManagerAbout the RoleJoin our dynamic Financial Crime team at Capitex as a meticulous and analytical Financial Crime Analyst (AML). In this pivotal role, you will serve as a key component of our first line of defense against financial crime, focusing on the prevention, detection, investigation, and analysis of suspicious and potentially fraudulent activities across all transactions and services.Key Responsibilities Monitor and analyze transactions to detect potential risks related to money laundering, fraud, or other financial crimes. Conduct comprehensive investigations into suspicious transactions and customer behaviors. Review and escalate Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the second line as necessary. Perform Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence for both new and existing clients. Document and report financial crime typologies (e.g., AML, fraud) in compliance with internal and regulatory standards. Identify trends and patterns in financial crime, suggesting process enhancements for our existing frameworks. Day-to-Day Tasks Investigate potentially fraudulent or suspicious transactions across various products. Communicate directly with customers via phone to support ongoing investigations. Generate reports and management information pertaining to financial crime incidents. Recommend optimizations for AML and fraud detection systems to minimize false positives and enhance detection accuracy. Monitor chargebacks, recognizing emerging patterns and flagging potential fraudulent attempts. Document system issues and propose technical improvements to bolster detection processes. What We’re Looking ForExperience & Skills: Proven background in AML and fraud prevention within e-commerce, banking, or financial services. Exceptional analytical skills, capable of interpreting complex datasets. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data formatting. Familiarity with Microsoft Access is advantageous but not mandatory. Ability to create and present insightful management information effectively. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths. Professional certifications such as ICA or CAMS are highly preferred. Key Attributes for Success Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities. Clear and effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills. Highly organized and focused on meeting deadlines. Collaborative team player who fosters interdepartmental relationships. Proactive attitude with a dedication to continuous improvement.

Overview of the Internship ProgramCapitex is seeking motivated candidates for our Start My Career Financial Crime Training & Internship Programme. This meticulously structured pathway is tailored for individuals aspiring to build a career in Financial Crime, Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), Transaction Monitoring, and similar domains.Successful candidates will embark on a 4-week online training course focusing on Financial Crime, followed by a 3-month internship (2 days per week) within prestigious financial services firms and payments companies. This internship aims to provide hands-on experience in compliance operations, regulatory frameworks, financial crime systems, and case investigations.What You Will AcquirePractical experience with regulated financial institutionsIn-depth exposure to AML, KYC, Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Transaction Monitoring, Screening, and Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) processesA thorough understanding of FCA expectations and compliance frameworksMentorship from seasoned compliance professionalsA professional reference and verified experience in the UK Financial Crime sectorSupport for job applications and interview preparationPrimary ResponsibilitiesDuring your internship, you will engage in:Performing KYC and Know Your Business (KYB) checksEvaluating customer documentation and risk assessmentsAssisting in transaction monitoring and alert investigationsSupporting sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons (PEP), and adverse media screeningsOrganizing and maintaining compliance recordsContributing to ongoing AML/Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) compliance activitiesDrafting internal reports and due diligence summariesParticipating in team meetings, case reviews, and compliance discussionsIdeal Candidates Will HaveA strong enthusiasm for Financial Crime, AML, Compliance, or RiskExcellent communication and analytical abilitiesA high level of organization and the capability to work independentlyA proactive approach, professionalism, and a desire to learnNo prior compliance experience necessary (training will be provided)Must be located in the UK and eligible to workProgram Structure4-week online Financial Crime training — self-paced3-month internship (2 days per week) with a partner firmTraining and internship provided as part of the Start My Career programmeCandidates are encouraged to continue job-seeking during the internshipDesigned to facilitate entry-level Financial Crime roles upon completionApplication ProcessSubmit your application and CVInitial qualifying call with our teamInterview-style video call to assess suitabilityEnrollment in the program upon successful completion of interviews

Wise is seeking a Lead Analyst focused on Financial Crime in London. This position plays a key part in protecting financial systems and ensuring compliance. Role overview The Lead Analyst examines complex data to identify potential risks related to financial crime. The work involves developing strategies that help reduce those risks and strengthen Wise’s compliance processes. Collaboration This role works closely with teams across the company. Coordinating with colleagues in different functions is essential to improve the overall approach to financial crime prevention. Requirements Experience analyzing large and complex data sets Ability to develop risk mitigation strategies Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams

Join ClearBank as a Financial Crime Business Analyst, where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our operations against financial crime. You will collaborate with various teams to analyze data, identify potential risks, and implement effective solutions. Your analytical skills will be vital in driving compliance and enhancing our financial crime prevention strategies.

Ebury is looking for a Financial Crime Compliance Manager to join the London Victoria office. This hybrid role requires four days in the office and one day working from home each week. This position reports to the Group Compliance Director and focuses on shaping and maintaining Ebury’s global financial crime framework, covering areas such as anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), and anti-bribery and corruption (ABC). The role blends regulatory advisory, policy drafting, and strategic project management, with a strong focus on operational efficiency and the adoption of innovative solutions, including AI-driven controls. Role overview The Financial Crime Compliance Manager leads the ongoing development of Ebury’s financial crime program. This includes challenging existing processes, working with business units to simplify and automate controls, and providing regular assessments of the program’s effectiveness and direction. Key responsibilities Group Policy & Framework Drafting: Take primary responsibility for drafting comprehensive financial crime policies, standards, and frameworks. Ensure all documentation meets regulatory requirements and is consistent across jurisdictions, entities, and product lines. Framework Design & Evolution: Lead the design and continuous improvement of Ebury’s global financial crime program, building a foundation for effective risk management and compliance.