Head of Compliance / MLRO (SMF16/17)

Head of Compliance / MLRO (SMF16/17) City of London(5 days in the office)Permanent £90,000 + bonus + pensioncer Financial are working alongside an international bank, who are based in the City of London. They are seeking a Head of Compliance / MLRO (SMF16/17) to work with them on a permanent basis.THE ROLE:Lead the Bank''s Compliance, Internal Controls, AML/MLRO, and Governance functions. Ensure all activities comply with FCA/PRA regulations, UK law, banking standards, and internal policies. Key Regulatory ResponsibilitiesHold FCA Senior Management Functions: SMF16 - Compliance Oversight SMF17 - Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) Ensure compliance with SMR, SYSC, Conduct Rules, AML/CTF, and Anti-Bribery requirements. ComplianceMonitor regulatory compliance across the Bank. Develop and maintain compliance policies and monitoring programmes. Liaise with FCA, PRA, and other regulators. Investigate fraud, misconduct, and compliance breaches. Deliver compliance reporting and staff training. Internal ControlsMonitor operational controls and review transactions. Coordinate with Internal Audit and oversee audit follow-up actions. Report control issues and whistleblowing matters to senior management and the Board. MLRO / Financial CrimeOversee AML and financial crime frameworks. Review suspicious activity and submit reports to authorities where required. Maintain AML policies, controls, and staff training. Act as the Bank''s primary contact for AML-related regulatory matters. ..... full job details .....