Economic Crime Compliance Officer

Country: United Kingdom

Santander Consumer Finance is one of the UK’s Leading Motor Finance companies and we are currently looking for an Economic Crime Compliance Office to contribute to the ongoing development of effective policies, procedures, and controls that protect the business and its customers from financial crime risks.

This is a key role supporting the delivery of SCUKs economic crime framework, ensuring SCUK remains compliant with all regulatory requirements and internal standards.

Please note this role is a hybrid role with at least 3 days a week in the Redhill office. Remote workers will not be considered.

Responsibilities will include:

Act as a key point of contact within SCUK Economic Crime Compliance for Santander UK Line 2 Financial & Economic Crime Policy and Oversight teams, particularly on changes to policies and standards (AML, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, FoTE, and Fraud)Review and analyse proposed changes to Economic Crime policies and standards and present to Line 1 and Line 2 stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance with requirementsSupport the implementation of economic change initiatives, including those arising from regulatory updates, policy revisions, or internal improvement programmesContribute to the delivery of the Economic Crime Compliance annual plan, including performing oversight and quality assurance activitiesContribute to the identification, assessment and monitoring of the financial crime risk applicable to the business and ensure relevant controls are designed, implemented and operated effectively; including performance of second line controlsSupport the management and resolution of breaches, waivers, and dispensations relating to non-adherence to policies or economic crime regulationsSupport governance, management information (MI), and reporting requirements by compiling and analysing data for both internal and external reportingReviewing upcoming regulatory changes, assess their potential impact on SCUKs economic crime framework, and provide clear feedback and recommendations to stakeholdersContribute to the ongoing development of economic crime policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance and effectiveness across all business areasEngage with Group and Santander UK stakeholders (including Line 1 and Line 2 teams) to support the delivery of economic crime compliance activitiesAssist in the oversight of economic crime prevention initiatives and business-as-usual queries including the management of the shared mailboxesProvide governance and secretariat support for key meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, coordination of meeting materials, and accurate recording of minutes and actions. This includes but is not limited to, supporting the SCUK Financial Crime Committee and relevant sub-committees, ensuring effective follow-up and documentation of outcomes and decisions

What we’re looking for:

Sound understanding of current economic crime regulations relevant to the motor finance and consumer credit industryPrevious experience in financial crime – specifically L1 and L2Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to confidently engage and present to stakeholders at all levelsUnderstanding of financial crime regulationsAbility to deliver high-quality work under pressure and meet deadlines  Exceptional attention to detail and accuracyStrong organisational and time management skillsAbility to deliver high-quality work under pressure and meet deadlinesStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

We have a range of benefits available which include:

Competitive salary of £42 – 47,000 dependent on experience27 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidaysAnnual bonus based on personal and company performance£500 flexible benefit allowanceGenerous pension contributionsEmployee assistance programmeSharesave schemeGym passes at a reduced rate for 3,000 gyms, leisure centres etc

Inclusion

At Santander we’re creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed.  We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple, Personal, and Fair.

At Santander Consumer Finance we have a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying, harassment (including sexual) or victimisation of any kind.

Should you want to be considered for part time hours, please let us know and we can assess your requirements.

What are the next steps:

If you are interested in this role and believe you have the skills, experience, and knowledge then we’d love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply which will take you through some questions and allow you to submit your CV and covering letter.