Anti-Financial Crime & Onboarding Manager – 6‑Month FTC

About the role

This 6‑month fixed‑term position supports the SME Lending function of a UK‑regulated challenger bank. You will act as the subject‑matter expert for anti‑financial crime controls, ensuring high‑quality customer due‑diligence throughout onboarding and the ongoing lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee AML/KYC reviews for new and existing SME customers, ensuring compliance with internal policies and UK regulations.
• Review customer documentation, including identification, proof of address, source of funds and source of wealth.
• Provide guidance and quality‑assurance oversight to frontline onboarding teams.
• Support investigations arising from screening and transaction‑monitoring alerts and manage escalations.
• Assess customer risk profiles and recommend appropriate due‑diligence measures.
• Identify and implement improvements to onboarding processes, controls and procedures.
• Prepare financial‑crime management information and reporting for senior stakeholders.
• Stay current with evolving AML/CTF legislation, regulatory expectations and typologies.

Required profile

• Strong experience in AML, KYC, Customer Due Diligence or Financial Crime roles within a regulated financial‑services environment.
• Proven track record of supporting or overseeing customer onboarding processes.
• Exposure to SME, commercial or business banking environments is highly desirable.
• Deep understanding of UK AML regulations, Money Laundering Regulations, JMLSG guidance and FCA expectations.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £70,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working model (2‑3 days per week in the London office).
• Opportunity to work on high‑impact compliance initiatives within a fast‑growing bank.