twentyAI have partnered with a fast-growing, global fintech on a search for an Interim MLRO.
This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, where you will have real ownership, the autonomy to make decisions and the chance to shape how financial crime risk is managed in practice.
Initial 4-month contract, Inside IR35 and immediate start.
Key Responsibilities
- Critically assess existing financial crime controls and challenge established processes
- Review and redefine transaction monitoring rules, ensuring scenarios are risk-based, commercially practical and effective
- Determine what will work in practice for specific products, customer types and risk scenarios
- Take ownership and make sound decisions with limited oversight
- Build credibility with senior stakeholders while maintaining independence and meeting regulatory standards
Requirements
- Proven second-line financial crime experience, with the willingness to get involved in day-to-day operations
- Hands-on experience reviewing and redesigning transaction monitoring rules and scenarios
- Strong judgement and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic, risk-based approach
- Comfort in a fast-moving environment where priorities shift
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to hold your ground when needed
If you would be interested in a confidential conversation, or know someone who may be a good fit, please get in touch directly.