Project Manager - AML Screening - 3 Months
Posted 2 days ago by Instant Impact
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
United Kingdom
Summary: The role involves leading the end-to-end delivery of an AML Watchlist Screening transformation programme for a global Financial Services firm. The position requires managing vendor selection, technology deployment, and coordinating third-party suppliers while engaging with senior stakeholders. Candidates should have significant project management experience within financial services, particularly in AML and financial crime technology. This opportunity is part of a strategic growth initiative within a reputable firm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading end-to-end delivery of the name screening transformation programme from scoping through BAU transition
- Managing RFQ/vendor selection process across three AML screening technology vendors
- Driving scope, requirements, resource planning, risk and dependency management
- Coordinating third-party suppliers including system integrators and advisory firms
- Producing executive reporting and engaging senior compliance, risk and technology stakeholders
- Building the business case with precise costs, timelines and regulatory rationale
Key Skills:
- 5+ years in project management within financial services, ideally at a regulated firm
- Demonstrable end-to-end experience of AML, sanctions screening or financial crime technology programmes
- At least one full vendor selection and deployment cycle under your belt
- Fluency in FATF recommendations, FCA/PRA expectations or equivalent regulatory frameworks
- Strong third-party and system integrator management through procurement and implementation
- PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent qualification
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Finance
We are currently representing a leading global Financial Services firm in the appointment of high-calibre professionals as part of a period of strategic growth and investment. Our client operates at the intersection of corporate, fiduciary and regulatory services, partnering with private equity houses, investment managers and international financial institutions. Backed by long-term institutional investment and an established global brand, the firm is scaling its capabilities, technology and international footprint. This is an opportunity to join a business that combines the agility of a growth platform with the credibility, client base and governance of a market leader.
The firm is embarking on a significant AML Watchlist Screening transformation. The programme spans vendor selection (RFQ across three shortlisted platforms), technology deployment, large-scale data cleansing and enrichment, first-run screening, and transition to business-as-usual operations. The initial engagement includes a scoping phase to produce a robust business case and detailed project plan, with a strong expectation of continuation through full programme delivery.
Deliverables
- Leading end-to-end delivery of the name screening transformation programme from scoping through BAU transition
- Managing RFQ/vendor selection process across three AML screening technology vendors
- Driving scope, requirements, resource planning, risk and dependency management
- Coordinating third-party suppliers including system integrators and advisory firms
- Producing executive reporting and engaging senior compliance, risk and technology stakeholders
- Building the business case with precise costs, timelines and regulatory rationale
Suitable candidates will have the following experience:
- 5+ years in project management within financial services, ideally at a regulated firm
- Demonstrable end-to-end experience of AML, sanctions screening or financial crime technology programmes
- At least one full vendor selection and deployment cycle under your belt
- Fluency in FATF recommendations, FCA/PRA expectations or equivalent regulatory frameworks
- Strong third-party and system integrator management through procurement and implementation
- PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent qualification