Financial Crime Compliance Advisory Manager

Job Title: Financial Crime Compliance Advisory Manager

Location: London, Canary Wharf, 1 Churchill Place

Working mode: Hybrid, 3 days per week on-site and 2 WFH

Contract: 6 Months (Contingent Contractor)

About the Role

As a senior member of the KYC Advisory team, you will provide critical oversight, challenge, and advisory services on complex compliance matters. You'll be responsible for ensuring that the bank operates in full compliance with all legal, regulatory, and ethical responsibilities.

You will handle the most complex cases and escalations, providing expert guidance and technical advice. This role is perfect for someone who has held a similar position at another large, well-known bank and is ready to take on a significant and challenging responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level KYC advisory to the business.

• Conduct compliance oversight and "check and challenge" on business decisions.

• Manage and resolve complex cases and escalations.

• Ensure strong anti-money laundering (AML) risk management for a sophisticated client base.

• Advise on adherence to UK regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Essential Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a Financial Crime advisory role within a UK or global financial institution.

• Strong technical knowledge of UK KYC requirements as they apply to Corporate and Investment Bank clients.

• In-depth knowledge of UK AML legislation, regulations, and industry standards.

• A proven track record of delivering high-quality AML risk management.

Desirable Skills

• Exceptional stakeholder management and the ability to influence senior management and peers.

• Skilful coordination across a wide range of stakeholders to gather feedback and drive change.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to deliver clear and meaningful advice.

Working Environment

• Hybrid working model: On-site London three days a week, remote otherwise

• Fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities

• Hands-on, autonomous role with no direct reports

• Candidates must be adaptable, confident, and able to contribute immediately

About Barclays

Barclays is a British universal bank, operating across retail banking, payments, and top-tier corporate and investment banking. We’re driven by our mission to help people achieve their ambitions – in the right way.

Our Values

• Respect • Integrity • Service • Excellence • Stewardship

These values guide everything we do – for our clients, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our culture and how we operate.

Hybrid Working

This role follows Barclays' hybrid working model: 3 days on-site in London, with remote work on remaining days.

Contractor Benefits (via Randstad Sourceright)

• Paid holiday entitlement

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to lifestyle and retail discounts