Head of Financial Crime Prevention

  • Full-time
  • Business Segment: Group Functions

Company Description

Standard Bank Offshore is the offshore arm of the Standard Bank Group, a leading Africa focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage. Our international Banking, Lending, Investment, Fiduciary and Wealth Management services   offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals.

Our clients range from individuals to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa and SBO is perfectly positioned to support the growth of our organisation from our office in the Isle of Man, Jersey, London, MAUs and South Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To manage and lead the Financial Crime Prevention function within Standard Bank Jersey (SBJ) Compliance. To develop, maintain and implement the AML/CFT/CPF framework to ensure compliance with the Financial Crime prevention regulatory landscape of SBJ. To support SBJ with the implementation of applicable policies and procedures. To provide specialist Financial Crime prevention related guidance and advice. To identify & address AML/CFT/CPF specific awareness & training needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification: 

  • First Degree in Business Commerce, Legal, Risk Management

Experience Required :

  • 8-10 years experience in Compliance
  • Financial Crime Prevention or Compliance in the banking or financial industry. FCC frameworks. Risk assessments and risk-based approach to compliance. Strategic planning and operationalisation. Banking Products, Processes, Systems and Data.
  • The role requires a leader seasoned and expert in Compliance with profound
    knowledge of the full dimensions of the field, but deep expertise in the relevant area
    of specialisation. Regulatory environment savvy, a proven track record in influencing
    seasoned leaders and employees across multiple jurisdictions and business areas to
    effectively implement compliance frameworks.

Key Outputs :

  • Advise on the collection, capturing and maintenance of data to ensure the information is reliable and enable effectively guide critical business decisions.
  • Build, develop and maintain relationships with the key internal and external stakeholders relevant to the functional area and/or area of specialisation.
  • Conduct impact assessments to inform the actions that will be required to give effect to the legislative requirement or developments, and to inform Financial Crime Prevention framework enhancements that will be required as a result thereof.
  • Contribute and represent Standard Bank in relevant AML/CFT/CPF industry forums and associations in SBJ.
  • Contribute in relevant SBJ change projects and business initiatives to provide expert AML/CFT advice and guidance.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Convincing People
  • Developing Expertise
  • Directing People
  • Embracing Change
  • Empowering Individuals
  • Establishing Rapport
  • Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

  • Business Acumen (Audit)
  • Compliance
  • Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
  • Legal Compliance
  • Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control
  • Risk Management
  • Strategic Planning and Reporting
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