Managing Principal – Financial Crime Transformation – AML Investigations, Sanctions & Fraud

Overview

As Managing Principal/Director, you will lead strategic financial crime transformation across AML, Sanctions, and Fraud for global clients. You will partner with senior stakeholders to design and deliver AI-enabled, risk-aware operating models and technology solutions. You shape governance, drive regulatory remediation and proactive risk controls, and champion responsible AI adoption in regulated environments. This role offers high-impact work with leading financial institutions, combining strategic leadership with delivery excellence.

Pay / Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• Competitive pension
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mental health support
• Continuous learning and certifications

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic financial crime transformation programs across AML, Sanctions, and Fraud
• Drive AI-enabled workflows and automation to accelerate delivery
• Advise on regulatory compliance and remediation programs (e.g., s166 reviews)
• Design target operating models and technology solutions with governance and auditability
• Identify opportunities for innovation, AI adoption, and cost optimization
• Build senior client relationships, lead business development, and shape market propositions

Key requirements

• Deep expertise in AML, Sanctions Compliance, Fraud Prevention, and related transformation in financial services
• Strong knowledge of KYC, customer due diligence, risk assessment, and transaction monitoring
• Proven experience leading large-scale transformation programmes in consulting or financial institutions
• Knowledge of financial crime technology, automation, and AI-enabled solutions; understanding of responsible AI in regulated environments
• Proven success influencing executive stakeholders and growing client relationships
• Experience delivering across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments
• Mentoring senior consultants and developing future leaders (bonus)
• Experience leading regulatory remediation programmes or regulatory reviews (bonus)

• Stakeholder influence and relationship management
• Strategic thinking and business development
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset
• AI-enabled solutions
• Automation
• RegTech capabilities

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