Senior Compliance and AML Officer - Prestigious Banking Brand

A prestigious and boutique banking brand with an international footprint and a growing UK presence is seeking to appoint a senior Compliance and AML professional to act as a both support and deputise the SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (MLRO). The role expectations are 5 days per week in office.This is a strategically important appointment within a regulated London bank, offering meaningful exposure across both Compliance and Financial Crime disciplines. The successful candidate will operate in a high-visibility role, supporting regulatory governance across the business while developing towards greater senior accountability.Working closely with the SMF16/17, you will support the design, maintenance and ongoing enhancement of the Bank''s compliance and AML framework. The role spans both first line and second line responsibilities, ensuring controls are proportionate, effective and aligned with regulatory expectations.Key responsibilities include:Supporting the oversight and development of the Compliance and AML framework in line with FCA and PRA requirementsAssisting with risk assessments and control reviews across business activitiesOverseeing transaction monitoring outputs and supporting SAR/STR decision processesMaintaining and updating policies, procedures and compliance documentationSupporting regulatory reporting, inspections and supervisory engagementProviding pragmatic compliance advice to business stakeholdersMonitoring KYC processes and periodic review ..... full job details .....