Senior Manager, Advisory and Controls

Senior Financial Crime Consultant (AML & Controls Lead) - Contract City of London (Hybrid, 2 days in the office) Initially 6 months (with potential for extension) £500-650 per day Overview A leading financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Crime Consultant to lead AML and broader financial crime controls within a first line risk environment. This is a high-impact contract role supporting a complex and evolving business, with significant exposure to senior stakeholders and regulatory frameworks. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, implementation, and oversight of AML and Financial Crime control frameworks across the customer lifecycle Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for AML, providing guidance on emerging risks, typologies, and regulatory expectations Oversee risk management activities spanning AML, Sanctions, Fraud, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, and Tax Transparency Drive and enhance the Financial Crime Risk Management Framework, including risk and control assessments (RCAs) Provide risk input into client onboarding, product development, and strategic initiatives Monitor control effectiveness through KPIs, KRIs, and management information, leading remediation activities where required Support enterprise-wide risk assessments, ensuring comprehensive coverage of inherent and residual risks Partner with internal teams and second-line functions on complex financial crime matters and policy interpretation Lead and develop a team of financial crime specialists, fostering a strong risk and compliance culture Support regulatory interactions, audits, and internal reviews, translating requirements into practical controls Produce high-quality reporting and insights for senior governance forums. Key Requirements Extensive experience in Due Diligence for Financial Crime Risk / AML within banking, fintech, or financial services Strong understanding of AML frameworks, including CDD, EDD, transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening Proven track record in designing and embedding control frameworks within a first line or advisory function Experience operating across complex organisations and multiple product lines Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and governance committees Strong leadership experience managing and developing specialist teams In-depth knowledge of UK regulatory expectations (e. FCA / PRA) Professional certifications such as ACAMS or ICA desirable Skills & Attributes Strong risk-based decision-making capability Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Ability to challenge, influence, and drive change in a dynamic environment Commercial mindset with the ability to balance risk, regulation, and business objectives Why Apply Opportunity to shape and enhance financial crime frameworks in a high-profile environment Significant exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Flexible contract with strong likelihood of extension41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15