Financial Crime Analytics Consultant - Transaction Monitoring and Fraud

As a Financial Crime Analytics Consultant specializing in Transaction Monitoring and Fraud at Capitex, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our financial systems. You will lead financial crime analysis efforts across all channels, enhancing management information (MI) and developing fraud modeling strategies. Your primary focus will be on implementing, maintaining, and further developing our financial crime detection tools to optimize detection capabilities, mitigate fraud losses, and minimize disruption for legitimate customers.In addition to your analytical responsibilities, you will support and stand in for the Financial Crime Manager as necessary. You will also represent our team as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on various projects, including defining requirements and conducting functionality testing.

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.

Join Our Team as a Transaction Monitoring Lead, EMEAAt Airwallex, we are revolutionizing the way global businesses manage their payments and financial operations. Our cutting-edge, unified payments platform empowers over 200,000 businesses worldwide—including industry leaders like Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, and SHEIN—by providing seamlessly integrated solutions for business accounts, payments, spend management, treasury, and embedded finance on a global scale.Founded in Melbourne, we boast a diverse team of over 2,000 innovative thinkers across 26 global offices. With a valuation of $8 billion and support from top-tier investors, such as T. Rowe Price, Visa, Mastercard, and Sequoia, we are at the forefront of building the future of global banking. Ready to make a significant impact? Join us!Your RoleAs the Transaction Monitoring Lead for the EMEA region, you will spearhead our financial crime operations team. Your leadership will set the standards for transaction monitoring and sanctions screening, ensuring a smooth and secure experience for our customers across Airwallex's suite of products. You will execute TM risk assessments, tune rules, and develop segmentation and profiling strategies, all while safeguarding Airwallex from financial and reputational risks.

Job Title: Transaction Monitoring System Optimization Consultant (Contract)Location: London, UKContract Duration: 3 monthsStart Date: ASAPDay Rate: CompetitiveAbout the Role: We are looking for a skilled technofunctional consultant to collaborate with a prominent financial services firm on a 3-month contract. The main objective of this role is to enhance and optimize the organization's transaction monitoring system to ensure maximum efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory standards.Key Responsibilities:Analyze and optimize transaction monitoring system rules, thresholds, and parameters.Refine detection models to mitigate false positives while ensuring compliance with regulations.Work in synergy with technical teams and business stakeholders to implement improvements.Offer recommendations for sustained system performance monitoring and enhancement.Document modifications, testing outcomes, and facilitate knowledge transfer to internal teams.Qualifications:Proven experience in transaction monitoring system tuning and optimization within the financial services sector.Strong comprehension of thresholds, alerts, and transaction monitoring rules.Technofunctional experience – adept at connecting technical teams and business users.Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to work autonomously under tight deadlines.Excellent communication skills and a keen attention to detail.Why Join Us: This position presents a fantastic opportunity to significantly impact a financial institution's monitoring capabilities. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment with an immediate start and a competitive day rate.

Join apron as a Founder Associate specializing in Financial Crime and Fraud. In this dynamic position, you will collaborate with our founding team to develop innovative solutions that tackle pressing challenges in the financial sector. Your insights will directly influence our strategic direction and operational effectiveness.

Job DescriptionRole: Senior Manager – Transaction Monitoring & Actimize SAM 9 Optimization Location: LondonContract position.We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Manager to spearhead the optimization and tuning processes for transaction monitoring (TM) within a major banking institution. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing Actimize SAM 9 systems, focusing on model tuning and scenario optimization to establish a robust financial crime risk monitoring framework.This hands-on leadership position demands extensive expertise in Actimize SAM 9, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the capability to align technical configurations with compliance requirements.Key Responsibilities Actimize SAM 9 Leadership Oversee the complete tuning, configuration, and optimization of the Actimize SAM 9 transaction monitoring system.Formulate and implement strategies to enhance detection accuracy, fine-tune thresholds, and minimize false positives.Offer expert guidance on the SAM 9 platform, focusing on segmentation, rule enhancements, and performance optimization.Transaction Monitoring Frameworks Manage the bank's TM optimization strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations and financial crime risk appetite.Conduct gap assessments on TM configurations and translate findings into actionable improvements.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish best practices for scenario design and data quality management.Data Analysis & Tuning Utilize data analytics to evaluate TM model performance and provide insights for tuning recommendations.Address challenges related to cross-border, trade finance, and retail transaction data and suggest effective solutions.Create structured strategies to enhance operational efficiencies while maintaining regulatory compliance.Stakeholder & Project Leadership Serve as a senior point of contact between compliance, data teams, and technology functions.Communicate tuning strategies, configuration changes, and outcomes directly to senior stakeholders.Facilitate weekly project meetings, provide structured updates, and ensure timely delivery of enhancements.Team Leadership & Mentorship Lead a team of TM specialists and technical experts, offering guidance and mentorship.

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.

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 Wise seeks a Senior Analytics Manager specializing in Financial Crime to guide data-driven efforts that reduce fraud and support compliance. This position shapes analytics strategies to manage risk and enhance business operations. What you will do Lead analytics projects focused on detecting and preventing financial crime. Work closely with teams across Wise to define and carry out data strategies. Create tools and processes that help maintain compliance and manage risk. Use data insights to improve operational efficiency. Location This role is based in London.

Ebury empowers ambitious businesses to achieve global growth, and we mirror this approach with our workforce. We nurture innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving in an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.If you’re a collaborative professional eager to revolutionize the way businesses operate worldwide, connect with us. We’d love to explore how Ebury can enhance your career and enable you to shape the future.Location: London (Hybrid: 4 days in office, 1 day remote)About the RoleEbury is rapidly expanding into new sectors such as embedded payments, cards, and stablecoins. As our product offerings evolve, so does the intricacy of our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) controls. We are seeking a Data Analytics Manager to join our Data team, collaborating with our Financial Crime Intelligence Product and Engineering teams to make data-driven decisions that foster growth while addressing financial crime.You will operate at the nexus of First Line, Compliance, Product, and Engineering. This hands-on leadership position will see you spearheading our data analytics initiatives within the Financial Crime Intelligence domain, while also engaging with our data platform at a granular level.This role presents an excellent opportunity for a Senior Data Analyst or Engineer who desires closer alignment with business challenges and product outcomes. Join a team of over 70 data developers, where you will collaborate on cross-domain projects and elevate data analytics across Ebury.Key ResponsibilitiesLead a data analytics team to deliver sophisticated analytics solutions for Financial Crime, including Transaction Monitoring, Screening, Know Your Customer, and Fraud.Oversee data projects from inception to completion, ensuring they align with objectives and requirements.Define the data strategy for your area, ensuring it is consistent with the overall Data strategy and Product goals.Actively contribute to defining and implementing key metrics and outcomes for your product team.Manage the development and implementation of ML/AI models.Work closely with Data Managers from other domains to share insights and synchronize on data projects.Drive the discovery phase by extracting critical insights, scoping new opportunities, and proposing initiatives to combat financial crime at Ebury.

Wise is looking for a Senior Analytics Manager to join the Financial Crime Prevention team in London. This position plays a key role in using data analytics to help protect users and maintain the security of the platform. Role overview The Senior Analytics Manager focuses on identifying and addressing financial crime risks. The work directly supports Wise’s efforts to meet regulatory requirements and keep the platform safe for users. What you will do Apply data analytics to detect and prevent financial crime Support compliance with relevant regulations Provide insights that inform decisions to strengthen platform integrity Impact Your expertise will help shape Wise’s approach to financial crime prevention, ensuring the company continues to protect its users and uphold trust in its services.

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.

About UsAt Fenergo, we are not merely creating software; we are revolutionizing the approach that the world's foremost financial institutions take to combat financial crime. With our headquarters based in Dublin, we are trusted by over 100 leading financial organizations globally and are on a transformative mission.More than just a pioneer in AI-powered client lifecycle management, we are redefining compliance strategies in the financial sector. Our solutions encompass Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes, adapting swiftly to the changing landscape of regulations. Through our FinCrime Operating System, which leverages intelligent automation and cutting-edge AI, we empower financial institutions to act swiftly, think strategically, and maintain security across more than 120 countries.Our vision goes beyond compliance; we strive for a future where financial institutions are not just adhering to regulations but are confidently outpacing them. Our mission is to enable these institutions to actively prevent financial crime, contributing to a safer global environment.Every product we develop, every innovation we introduce, and every collaboration we undertake is driven by this vision. We tackle the most pressing challenges in financial technology, enhancing processes from onboarding to identifying latent risks, thus allowing banks to operate with efficiency, trustworthiness, and assurance.Join our team and contribute to building intelligent solutions, addressing real-world problems, and collaboratively shaping the future of finance.

About ARQARQ is among the most rapidly growing fintech companies globally, with a vision to transform how individuals engage with money across borders. Our goal is to establish a seamless infrastructure for value transfer. Joining us at this early stage means you will have a significant influence on the evolution of our products, culture, and growth trajectory. If you're passionate about tackling significant challenges, creating a global impact, and aspiring to advance quickly with a world-class team, ARQ is the ideal place for you.Role OverviewWe are seeking a FinCrime Lead who will collaborate closely with our founders to establish our financial crime product division from the ground up. You will spearhead a cross-functional product team dedicated to fraud prevention, AML/CTF compliance, and transaction monitoring, delivering measurable outcomes through insightful, data-driven analyses.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain the product vision and roadmap for fraud detection, AML compliance, and transaction surveillance.Oversee a team of engineers and data scientists to create, implement, and enhance detection models, rule sets, and monitoring systems.Establish and monitor KPIs such as true positive rates, false positive rates, and detection times.Translate fraud patterns, typologies, and regulatory requirements into actionable product specifications.Continuously refine our detection capabilities based on real-world feedback and evolving threats.QualificationsProven experience in product management within fintech, payments, or financial crime prevention sectors.Strong history of delivering data-driven products in collaboration with engineering and analytics teams.Analytical mindset with proficiency in interpreting model performance metrics.Capability to balance risk management with an exceptional customer experience.Comfortable engaging directly with founders in a fast-paced startup environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience in Latin American markets.Proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese.Background in scaling a financial crime product from inception to handling hundreds of millions of transactions.

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.

Join Kroo: Pioneering Financial IntegrityAt Kroo, we envision a future where banking is both trusted and cherished by customers. We empower individuals to take charge of their financial destinies while striving to make a positive environmental impact.Integrity, transparency, and honesty are at the core of our values. We think big, dream big, and are committed to continuous learning and growth. Join us on this exciting journey where boldness and collaboration drive our success.Your Role:We are on the lookout for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Financial Crime Investigator to enhance our First Line Financial Crime Operations. Your expertise will play a crucial role in combating financial crime and ensuring our customers' trust.Key Responsibilities:AML/CTF and Fraud Management: Lead comprehensive investigations into Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), and fraud cases, including the preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).Alert Investigation: Conduct thorough investigations into alerts regarding Sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons (PEP), Transaction Monitoring, and Adverse Media.Regulatory Awareness: Apply strong judgment and decision-making within established risk parameters, contributing to wider risk discussions.Trend Analysis: Analyze data to detect emerging financial crime trends and improve detection strategies.Process Improvement: Enhance financial crime prevention processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.Customer Service Support: Provide expert guidance to the Customer Service team on mitigating risks and resolving issues.

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)

About Shift4 Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) simplifies global payments for businesses across many industries, processing billions of transactions each year. Learn more at www.shift4.com. Role Overview The Fraud Associate monitors daily transaction activity and investigates potential fraud within the payments sector. This position focuses on analyzing data, identifying suspicious patterns, and helping to strengthen security protocols. The role works closely with merchants, card schemes (including Visa and Mastercard), and internal teams to reduce risk and manage chargebacks. What You Will Do Investigate suspicious transactions, merchants, and third-party activities on a daily basis. Analyze fraud trends using both internal BI tools and external fraud monitoring platforms to spot patterns and respond quickly. Work with internal teams and external partners to build and implement effective fraud detection strategies. Improve reporting, tools, and processes to prevent fraud and manage chargebacks, sharing insights to enhance security. Engage with merchants and partners to assess fraud risks and recommend next steps, providing guidance on compliance and fraud-related questions for SMB clients. Collaborate with card schemes (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover) on program breaches, appeals, investigations, and reporting. Stay current on chargeback and fraud program requirements, ensuring compliance and proactive management. Work with the Risk team to identify and monitor high-risk merchants. Help improve tools and workflows by questioning outdated processes and suggesting enhancements. Location This position is based in London, England, United Kingdom.

G MASS is excited to partner with a rapidly expanding Investment Bank in search of an AMLA Consultant to contribute to a significant regulatory initiative. This role is pivotal in bridging advisory and execution functions, guiding the organization in interpreting and applying the requirements established by the Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA).This is a contract position situated in a dynamic, change-oriented environment that promises extensive exposure to stakeholders and the opportunity to influence the firm's regulatory strategy.Key Responsibilities:Provide expert advice to stakeholders across compliance, risk, and operations on AMLA requirements, transforming regulatory expectations into practical, actionable business processes.Evaluate existing AML/CFT frameworks to identify discrepancies with AMLA supervisory standards, offering practical and scalable recommendations.Assist in the design and implementation of controls, governance structures, and reporting frameworks that align with EU regulatory requirements.Collaborate with business and technology teams to integrate regulatory requirements into systems, workflows, and operational models.Serve as a pivotal liaison between senior stakeholders, ensuring a shared understanding and alignment on regulatory interpretations and delivery strategies.Contribute to the wider regulatory strategy by providing insights on AMLA developments and aiding in the creation of a proactive compliance roadmap.

The RoleJoin us as a Principal Product Manager for our Transaction Fraud product area within the Risk Applications tribe. This is a pivotal individual contributor role where you will have significant commercial accountability, overseeing business outcomes in your domain, not merely focusing on delivery.You will collaborate within a dedicated squad alongside an engineering manager and engineers. As the PPM, you will be the senior partner in product decisions, owning customer requirements, competitive context, and commercial logic. Your engineering counterpart will manage architecture, sizing, and implementation. In Risk Apps, the PPM is responsible for setting the product specification.Transaction Fraud is a new initiative for ComplyAdvantage, strategically positioned at the intersection of our compliance intelligence capabilities—such as the intelligence graph, entity resolution, sanctions, and adverse media data—and real-time transaction decision-making. Your mission is to leverage this unique advantage to develop a product that stands out in the market.Operating within a structured product operating model with clear decision rights, you will translate the product vision set by the CPTO and the tribe-level roadmap established by the Product Director into actionable plans with measurable returns. Each squad represents a substantial investment, and you are expected to make informed product decisions that weigh the required investment against the commercial returns of specific product choices. If you have experience in organizations where product management is both disciplined and commercially accountable, you will thrive in this environment. If you seek a role with complete strategic autonomy and no governance framework, this position may not be suitable for you.What You Will DoOwn fraud as a product area with a GM mindset. Understand the competitive landscape, know the buyer, and be accountable for the product's commercial success. Frame decisions based on return on investment rather than just feature lists.Build for a specific market. Transaction fraud in financial institutions is distinct from generic fraud prevention. You must comprehend the relationship between transaction monitoring (regulatory obligation) and fraud detection (financial loss prevention), real-time decisioning requirements, the regulatory landscape (PSD2 SCA, APP fraud liability, UK reimbursement rules), and how our existing data assets provide differentiation. We require deep domain expertise, not generalists learning fraud on the job.Engage directly with customers and prospects. You will be the product voice in fraud discussions with customers...