Senior Quality Control Analyst - Financial Crime

Role: Senior Risk Assessment Unit Quality ControlLocation: Northampton and GlasgowRoleThe QC/QA Analyst is responsible for ensuring that operational outputs meet regulatory, internal, and industry standards. This role acts as a critical checkpoint, utilizing a "check and challenge" framework to identify errors, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement across the business unit. Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Oversight: Execute scheduled Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) testing on high-volume and complex processes.Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate findings and provide constructive feedback to operational teams and managers.Root Cause Analysis: Identify recurring trends or systemic failures and suggest remedial actions to leadership.Reporting: Produce detailed quality reports and dashboards for senior management, highlighting key risks and performance metrics.Process Improvement: Collaborate with stakeholders to refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) based on QA results.Working Background and ExperienceFinancial Crime Expertise: A broad understanding of financial threats is essential, extending beyond a narrow specialisation like KYC/AML. QC and QA Experience: Proven experience working within a formal Quality Control or Quality Assurance function.Investigations Background: Highly desirable. Experience in reviewing various entities and jurisdictions is a significant advantage.Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel. While we can provide ..... full job details .....