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Risk Assessment Unit Analyst

Barclays Northampton, Pavilion Drive Hybrid senior full-time

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Description

We are seeking a Risk Assessment Unit Analyst to join our team. The purpose of this role is to conduct investigations into various aspects of the bank's operations and/or conduct of individuals to identify and address potential instances of non-compliance, fraud, misconduct, or other unethical behaviour.

Accountabilities

  • Identify and evaluate potential risks associated with non-compliance or unethical conduct and implement risk mitigation strategies.
  • Lead investigations into alleged violations of policies, regulations, or laws.
  • Provide training programs to enhance awareness of compliance issues and ethical conduct among colleagues.
  • Document investigation processes and provide recommendations for corrective actions and improvements based on investigation findings.
  • Utilise advanced technology and data analytics tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of investigations.
  • Utilise and assess relevant internal and external information and intelligence in furtherance of the investigation.
  • Fulfil any necessary external legal and/or regulatory reporting obligations.

Analyst Expectations

  • Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard, consistently driving continuous improvement.
  • Require in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.
  • Demonstrate thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
  • Lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements, and coordinating team resources.
  • Demonstrate leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard.

Requirements

  • First-hand experience in managing high-risk KYC and EDD cases.
  • Stakeholder management at Senior Executive Committee level with the ability to create and maintain highly engaging relationships.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, negotiation, and influencing skills.
  • Outstanding ability to effectively prioritise changing business needs and drive results with a diverse and inclusive leadership style.

Desirable Skills

  • Recognised Financial Crime/Anti-Money Laundering qualification or equivalent.
  • Good working knowledge of Barclaycard Payments businesses, clients, operations, and the sectors in which we operate.
  • Good working knowledge of general IT applications.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Financial Crime
  • Anti-Money Laundering
  • IT applications
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