Financial Crime Analyst, Milton Keynes Division: Mercedes-Benz Financial ServicesRole: Financial Crime Executive x 4 Start Date : 15th September 2025 Placement Duration : 6 months initially Basic Pay Rate : £20.51 - £25.64 per hour PAYE £27.43 - £34.29 per hour UMB (£40 - £50k per annum) Location: 3 days in Tongwell, 2 days from home Working pattern: 08:30 - 17:00 with a 1-hour break Your New Role: As a Financial Crime Executive, your primary responsibility will be to carry out thorough investigations into individuals' financial affairs. Due to recent regulatory changes, MBFS are required to provide a lot more information to comply with, which has created an increased workload for the team. You will support the Deputy/Money Laundering Officer in advising and assisting MBFS UK and MBIS in complying with their obligations in respect of: • Anti-Money Laundering • Anti-Terrorist Financing • Proliferation Financing • Fraud • Bribery and Corruption • Tax Evasion •Sanctions Compliance To provide day-to-day support and act as subject-matter expert on matters relating to areas such as Suspicious Activity Reports, AML Advice, Sanctions, FCA Reporting and HQ AML reporting. To also extend necessary support to the teams within MBFS and MBIS. Support and manage any internal and external stakeholders for the MBFS UK's Financial Crime Team. What You'll Need to Succeed: • 2 years' experience in one or more of these areas (Anti Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorist Financing, Proliferation Financing, Fraud, Bribery and Corruption, Tax Evasion, Sanctions Compliance) • A thorough understanding of how the requirements of the UK's Money Laundering Regulations apply within the regulated financial services sector. • Knowledge of effective anti-bribery and corruption programmes in the UK's financial services sector. • Knowledge and experience of the UK's AML and CTF laws, regulations, and associated guidance. • Excellent communication, presentation skills and influencing skills. • Ability to interact professionally with diverse groups, executives, managers, and subject-matter experts. • Experience in dealing with suspicious customer activity and undertaking, or assisting with, the associated investigations with the ability to escalate to relevant law enforcement. • The ability to analyse a diverse range of information with a view to making sound risk evidence-based judgements. What You'll Receive in Return: • Opportunity: Work with a leading automotive brand. • Modern Facilities: The recently refurbished headquarters in Tongwell, Milton Keynes, offer amenities such as an onsite café, hot desks, and free parking. • Technology: Contingent workers receive their own laptop. • Hybrid Working: Enjoy a balance of working from home (3 days a week) and office-based work (2 days a week, Monday to Friday). • Silent Room: A dedicated space in the Tongwell office for prayer or reflection. • Long-Term Career Progression: Potential for permanent roles. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Financial Crime Analyst, Milton Keynes Division: Mercedes-Benz Financial ServicesRole: Financial Crime Executive x 4 Start Date : 15th September 2025 Placement Duration : 6 months initially Basic Pay Rate : £20.51 - £25.64 per hour PAYE £27.43 - £34.29 per hour UMB (£40 - £50k per annum) Location: 3 days in Tongwell, 2 days from home Working pattern: 08:30 - 17:00 with a 1-hour break Your New Role: As a Financial Crime Executive, your primary responsibility will be to carry out thorough investigations into individuals' financial affairs. Due to recent regulatory changes, MBFS are required to provide a lot more information to comply with, which has created an increased workload for the team. You will support the Deputy/Money Laundering Officer in advising and assisting MBFS UK and MBIS in complying with their obligations in respect of: • Anti-Money Laundering • Anti-Terrorist Financing • Proliferation Financing • Fraud • Bribery and Corruption • Tax Evasion •Sanctions Compliance To provide day-to-day support and act as subject-matter expert on matters relating to areas such as Suspicious Activity Reports, AML Advice, Sanctions, FCA Reporting and HQ AML reporting. To also extend necessary support to the teams within MBFS and MBIS. Support and manage any internal and external stakeholders for the MBFS UK's Financial Crime Team. What You'll Need to Succeed: • 2 years' experience in one or more of these areas (Anti Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorist Financing, Proliferation Financing, Fraud, Bribery and Corruption, Tax Evasion, Sanctions Compliance) • A thorough understanding of how the requirements of the UK's Money Laundering Regulations apply within the regulated financial services sector. • Knowledge of effective anti-bribery and corruption programmes in the UK's financial services sector. • Knowledge and experience of the UK's AML and CTF laws, regulations, and associated guidance. • Excellent communication, presentation skills and influencing skills. • Ability to interact professionally with diverse groups, executives, managers, and subject-matter experts. • Experience in dealing with suspicious customer activity and undertaking, or assisting with, the associated investigations with the ability to escalate to relevant law enforcement. • The ability to analyse a diverse range of information with a view to making sound risk evidence-based judgements. What You'll Receive in Return: • Opportunity: Work with a leading automotive brand. • Modern Facilities: The recently refurbished headquarters in Tongwell, Milton Keynes, offer amenities such as an onsite café, hot desks, and free parking. • Technology: Contingent workers receive their own laptop. • Hybrid Working: Enjoy a balance of working from home (3 days a week) and office-based work (2 days a week, Monday to Friday). • Silent Room: A dedicated space in the Tongwell office for prayer or reflection. • Long-Term Career Progression: Potential for permanent roles. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Financial Crime - Associate Director (5021) Would you like to be an integral part of a fast growing, agile and dynamic financial crime team? Forvis Mazars is looking for a passionate financial crime professional to join our financial crime team, within our established and constantly growing Banking Risk Consulting Services team, where you will focus on provide support to both regulated (predominantly but not exclusively Financial Services) and non-regulated firms across a number of areas, including anti-money laundering (AML), counter terrorist financing (CTF) and proliferation financing (PF); sanctions; bribery & corruption; fraud; tax evasion and market abuse. You will work alongside a diverse and experienced group where your personal development is at the forefront of our culture. This is an exciting role, with ample career progression and professional development opportunities, working on a variety of high-profile financial crime engagements, providing experience across a range of sectors and developing a number of different skill sets. Our typical assignments include: Supporting firms with regulatory driven reviews including Skilled Person Reviews (s166) Providing financial crime compliance strategy and program advisory support Sanctions compliance reviews and look back investigations Independent assessments of financial crime frameworks (policies, procedures and controls) Financial Crime Business Wide Risk Assessment (BWRA) design and delivery Customer Risk Assessment model design, testing and implementation Financial Crime compliance and remediation programme design, delivery and assurance Financial Crime operating model assessment and redesign Financial Crime training design, delivery and assessment Job Role As an Associate Director, you will play a key role in growing our business by helping to develop existing and identify new services. Day to day work covers a wide range of tasks, both client focused and those helping us to grow our financial crime services and team such as participating in business development activities. You will: be skilled in spotting opportunities in the market to support existing and potential clients, with a passion for developing solutions that address our client's needs. help drive efficient working practices and act as a role model in developing our people. have the opportunity to work alongside our practitioners in Financial Services consulting and work with our technology and data practitioners to develop our services. As a member of this busy and growing team you will be instrumental in ensuring that client expectations are met through the provision of quality client deliverables within an agreed budget and timescale. In addition, you will be actively involved in the growth and development of the financial crime team, including participating in business development activities and contributing to the development of junior team members. As an Associate Director the focus of your role will include: Lead and manage financial crime assignments. Taking responsibility for the identification and pursuit of opportunities. Developing best in class approaches to our assignments. Working with the financial crime leads to help shape and execute the financial crime growth plan. Developing capabilities to take to market, with a focus on financial services. . Playing an active role in business development, through hosting events, undertaking speaker opportunities and putting together thought leadership. Working with the Financial Crime leadership team to oversee and manage the financial performance of the team. Taking a responsibility for the delivery of high-quality client deliverables, including reports. Having a proactive approach to building your knowledge of financial crime issues and trends. Actively identifying and pursuing opportunities to learn and develop your technical knowledge and consultancy skills through training, coaching and on-the-job learning opportunities. Ensure the team's approach and deliverables comply with industry regulations. Skills & Experience We are looking for a financial crime professional who is ambitious and team-orientated, with a passion for working within a financial crime team, delivering outstanding work product with a high attention to detail, and an adaptable and collaborative team player. The following skills and experience would be beneficial but are not all essential as we will support you with your development: Proven track record developing financial crime solutions for regulated firms, in a relevant financial crime/governance/compliance/risk/internal audit role. Proven leadership and management skills. Experience of delivering workstreams within financial crime Skilled Person Reviews (s166). A professional financial crime related qualification e.g. ICA, ACAMS. Deep understanding of the UK, EU and global regulatory framework and developments regarding financial crime compliance. Specifically, those set out in the FCA Handbook and relating to AML/CTF/PF; sanctions; bribery and corruption; fraud; tax evasion and market abuse risks. Ideally a deep specialism in the delivery of services across two or more of the above financial crime compliance areas. Strong assignment/project management skills, including an ability to clearly plan and track scope, timescales and budget. A high level of attention to detail and strong ability to analyse data/information to identify patterns, anomalies and potential financial crime risks and apply a methodical approach. A sceptical mindset and sound judgement, alongside problem solving skills. Takes ownership of assigned tasks and adopts a proactive approach. Time management skills, including the ability to organise and prioritise workload. A passion for and the ability to build long lasting relationships with clients and colleagues. Credible and effective communication skills (written and verbal) to articulate findings and prepare reports. Affinity with our values; in particular, respect for individuals, diversity and integrity. Actively seeks to enhance own expertise and knowledge. Demonstrates drive and commitment to self-development and continuous learning. Flexible, adaptable and professional approach to work and clients. IT proficiency across the MS365 suite of products. About Forvis Mazars Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. Both member firms share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience, delivering audit & assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. Together, our strategic vision strives to move our clients, people, industry and communities forward. Through our reach and areas of expertise, we help organisations respond to emerging sustainability issues in the global marketplace including human rights, climate change, environmental impacts and culture. We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action. At Forvis Mazars, we empower our people and celebrate individuality. We thrive on teamwork and are agile. We have bold foresight and give people the freedom to make a personal contribution to our shared purpose. We support one another to deliver quality, create change and have a deeper understanding, to help make an impact so that everyone can reach their full potential. Being inclusive is core to our culture at Forvis Mazars; we want to ensure everyone, whether in the recruitment process or beyond is fully supported to be their unique self. To read more about our approach click here. Our aim is to make the recruitment process as accessible and inclusive as possible - please contact us to discuss any changes you may require so we can work with you to support you throughout your application. Visit to learn more.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Financial Crime - Associate Director (5021) Would you like to be an integral part of a fast growing, agile and dynamic financial crime team? Forvis Mazars is looking for a passionate financial crime professional to join our financial crime team, within our established and constantly growing Banking Risk Consulting Services team, where you will focus on provide support to both regulated (predominantly but not exclusively Financial Services) and non-regulated firms across a number of areas, including anti-money laundering (AML), counter terrorist financing (CTF) and proliferation financing (PF); sanctions; bribery & corruption; fraud; tax evasion and market abuse. You will work alongside a diverse and experienced group where your personal development is at the forefront of our culture. This is an exciting role, with ample career progression and professional development opportunities, working on a variety of high-profile financial crime engagements, providing experience across a range of sectors and developing a number of different skill sets. Our typical assignments include: Supporting firms with regulatory driven reviews including Skilled Person Reviews (s166) Providing financial crime compliance strategy and program advisory support Sanctions compliance reviews and look back investigations Independent assessments of financial crime frameworks (policies, procedures and controls) Financial Crime Business Wide Risk Assessment (BWRA) design and delivery Customer Risk Assessment model design, testing and implementation Financial Crime compliance and remediation programme design, delivery and assurance Financial Crime operating model assessment and redesign Financial Crime training design, delivery and assessment Job Role As an Associate Director, you will play a key role in growing our business by helping to develop existing and identify new services. Day to day work covers a wide range of tasks, both client focused and those helping us to grow our financial crime services and team such as participating in business development activities. You will: be skilled in spotting opportunities in the market to support existing and potential clients, with a passion for developing solutions that address our client's needs. help drive efficient working practices and act as a role model in developing our people. have the opportunity to work alongside our practitioners in Financial Services consulting and work with our technology and data practitioners to develop our services. As a member of this busy and growing team you will be instrumental in ensuring that client expectations are met through the provision of quality client deliverables within an agreed budget and timescale. In addition, you will be actively involved in the growth and development of the financial crime team, including participating in business development activities and contributing to the development of junior team members. As an Associate Director the focus of your role will include: Lead and manage financial crime assignments. Taking responsibility for the identification and pursuit of opportunities. Developing best in class approaches to our assignments. Working with the financial crime leads to help shape and execute the financial crime growth plan. Developing capabilities to take to market, with a focus on financial services. . Playing an active role in business development, through hosting events, undertaking speaker opportunities and putting together thought leadership. Working with the Financial Crime leadership team to oversee and manage the financial performance of the team. Taking a responsibility for the delivery of high-quality client deliverables, including reports. Having a proactive approach to building your knowledge of financial crime issues and trends. Actively identifying and pursuing opportunities to learn and develop your technical knowledge and consultancy skills through training, coaching and on-the-job learning opportunities. Ensure the team's approach and deliverables comply with industry regulations. Skills & Experience We are looking for a financial crime professional who is ambitious and team-orientated, with a passion for working within a financial crime team, delivering outstanding work product with a high attention to detail, and an adaptable and collaborative team player. The following skills and experience would be beneficial but are not all essential as we will support you with your development: Proven track record developing financial crime solutions for regulated firms, in a relevant financial crime/governance/compliance/risk/internal audit role. Proven leadership and management skills. Experience of delivering workstreams within financial crime Skilled Person Reviews (s166). A professional financial crime related qualification e.g. ICA, ACAMS. Deep understanding of the UK, EU and global regulatory framework and developments regarding financial crime compliance. Specifically, those set out in the FCA Handbook and relating to AML/CTF/PF; sanctions; bribery and corruption; fraud; tax evasion and market abuse risks. Ideally a deep specialism in the delivery of services across two or more of the above financial crime compliance areas. Strong assignment/project management skills, including an ability to clearly plan and track scope, timescales and budget. A high level of attention to detail and strong ability to analyse data/information to identify patterns, anomalies and potential financial crime risks and apply a methodical approach. A sceptical mindset and sound judgement, alongside problem solving skills. Takes ownership of assigned tasks and adopts a proactive approach. Time management skills, including the ability to organise and prioritise workload. A passion for and the ability to build long lasting relationships with clients and colleagues. Credible and effective communication skills (written and verbal) to articulate findings and prepare reports. Affinity with our values; in particular, respect for individuals, diversity and integrity. Actively seeks to enhance own expertise and knowledge. Demonstrates drive and commitment to self-development and continuous learning. Flexible, adaptable and professional approach to work and clients. IT proficiency across the MS365 suite of products. About Forvis Mazars Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. Both member firms share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience, delivering audit & assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. Together, our strategic vision strives to move our clients, people, industry and communities forward. Through our reach and areas of expertise, we help organisations respond to emerging sustainability issues in the global marketplace including human rights, climate change, environmental impacts and culture. We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action. At Forvis Mazars, we empower our people and celebrate individuality. We thrive on teamwork and are agile. We have bold foresight and give people the freedom to make a personal contribution to our shared purpose. We support one another to deliver quality, create change and have a deeper understanding, to help make an impact so that everyone can reach their full potential. Being inclusive is core to our culture at Forvis Mazars; we want to ensure everyone, whether in the recruitment process or beyond is fully supported to be their unique self. To read more about our approach click here. Our aim is to make the recruitment process as accessible and inclusive as possible - please contact us to discuss any changes you may require so we can work with you to support you throughout your application. Visit to learn more.
A rare opportunity has arisen for a Financial Crime Solicitor to join the in-house legal team of a Magic Circle firm, based in their London headquarters. This is a permanent role at Mid Associate/Manager level, ideal for a Financial Crime Solicitor seeking high-level exposure to global financial institutions, regulators, and complex cross-border matters. Working within the Financial Services division, the Financial Crime Solicitor will be part of a close-knit team advising internally on a broad range of financial crime risks, including anti-money laundering (AML), bribery and corruption, sanctions compliance, fraud, and other regulatory issues. This is a unique in-house position within private practice, offering a balance of high-profile advisory work and internal risk management across global jurisdictions. The Financial Crime Solicitor's Role As a Financial Crime Solicitor in this role, your focus will be on advising the firm internally in relation to financial crime obligations across multiple global offices. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, including Risk, Compliance, General Counsel, and external advisors. Key responsibilities include: Advising on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, ABC (anti-bribery and corruption), fraud and broader financial crime risks. Supporting on the development and implementation of firmwide policies and controls. Liaising with regulators and financial institutions where required. Providing training and updates to legal and compliance teams. This role would suit someone with strong technical knowledge of the UK regulatory landscape (including the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018, and relevant SRA standards) and exposure to cross-border compliance frameworks. The Financial Crime Solicitor A qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 3-5 years' post-qualification experience. Previous experience in financial crime, regulatory investigations or white-collar crime - ideally gained in-house or at a top-tier law firm. Strong understanding of relevant legislation, including AML, ABC, and sanctions compliance. Commercial awareness, with the ability to advise in a business-sensitive and pragmatic manner. In Return? Competitive salary range: 95,000- 115,000 per annum depending on experience. Exceptional exposure to international regulatory work at a prestigious law firm. Opportunities to contribute to global policies and firm-wide initiatives. Generous benefits package including bonus, pension, and health insurance.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
A rare opportunity has arisen for a Financial Crime Solicitor to join the in-house legal team of a Magic Circle firm, based in their London headquarters. This is a permanent role at Mid Associate/Manager level, ideal for a Financial Crime Solicitor seeking high-level exposure to global financial institutions, regulators, and complex cross-border matters. Working within the Financial Services division, the Financial Crime Solicitor will be part of a close-knit team advising internally on a broad range of financial crime risks, including anti-money laundering (AML), bribery and corruption, sanctions compliance, fraud, and other regulatory issues. This is a unique in-house position within private practice, offering a balance of high-profile advisory work and internal risk management across global jurisdictions. The Financial Crime Solicitor's Role As a Financial Crime Solicitor in this role, your focus will be on advising the firm internally in relation to financial crime obligations across multiple global offices. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, including Risk, Compliance, General Counsel, and external advisors. Key responsibilities include: Advising on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, ABC (anti-bribery and corruption), fraud and broader financial crime risks. Supporting on the development and implementation of firmwide policies and controls. Liaising with regulators and financial institutions where required. Providing training and updates to legal and compliance teams. This role would suit someone with strong technical knowledge of the UK regulatory landscape (including the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018, and relevant SRA standards) and exposure to cross-border compliance frameworks. The Financial Crime Solicitor A qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 3-5 years' post-qualification experience. Previous experience in financial crime, regulatory investigations or white-collar crime - ideally gained in-house or at a top-tier law firm. Strong understanding of relevant legislation, including AML, ABC, and sanctions compliance. Commercial awareness, with the ability to advise in a business-sensitive and pragmatic manner. In Return? Competitive salary range: 95,000- 115,000 per annum depending on experience. Exceptional exposure to international regulatory work at a prestigious law firm. Opportunities to contribute to global policies and firm-wide initiatives. Generous benefits package including bonus, pension, and health insurance.
