Financial Crime Prevention Systems & Data Analyst

St. James's Place (SJP) works in partnership to plan, grow and protect our clients’ financial futures. We deliver personalised, face-to-face financial advice to our clients, who trust us to manage their money to reach their goals. We provide this service via the Partnership, a network of qualified, expert advisors. We put financial wellbeing and responsible business choices at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the value of difference and know that diverse teams can help us problem solve and innovate for clients.

We look for people to join SJP to make an impact and to contribute to our culture which is based around long term relationships, doing the right thing, and being the best version of ourselves.

Location: Cirencester Office

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Employment Type: Permanent

Seniority: Associate

Do you have an interest in financial crime prevention and want to make an impact in safeguarding financial systems? We are seeking a Financial Crime Systems Analystto join our Financial Crime Prevention team and support our ongoing efforts to combat financial crime.

What you'll be doing:

• Collaborate with the Financial Crime Prevention (FCP) Systems & Data Manager and system providers to ensure smooth operation of our systems and understand upcoming changes that may impact FCP.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on FCP systems and actively contribute to related projects, taking the lead in system design, implementation, and project management.
• Supervise the operational continuity of the Transaction Monitoring (TM) system, ensuring all documentation, processes, and training materials are up to date.
• Assist in the design and tuning of Transaction Monitoring system rules to detect money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraudulent activity, adhering to relevant legal requirements.
• Proactively assess emerging financial crime threats and recommend system changes to mitigate risks.
• Represent the Systems & Data Manager when necessary and act as a point of referral for the team.
• Produce accurate management information reports for senior management to ensure effective oversight.
  
  

Who we're looking for:

• Strong understanding of financial crime prevention systems and processes.
• Analytical skills to develop management information reports and identify areas for system improvement.
• Ability to manage fluctuating workloads while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Awareness of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, including a commitment to integrity, fairness, and delivering good customer outcomes.
• A professional qualification in AML/FC, such as the ICA Advanced Certificate, or willingness to pursue one as the role progresses.
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in protecting our business from financial crime while developing your expertise in this field. If you're looking for a dynamic, ambitious role where you can make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

What's in it for you?

• Private Medical paid for by Company.
• Meaningful protection benefits with real value, such as 10X life cover, PHI, and critical illness.*
• Non-Contributory Pension – 10% (increasing with length of service up to 15%) with further pension matching.
• Parental leave – 6 months full pay
• 28 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays (based on full-time equivalent) with the option to buy up to an additional 5 days holiday
• Not applicable to Fixed-Term Contracts (standard uplift applies in lieu of the protection benefits)
  
  

Flexible Working We know that everyone works best in different ways, at different times and in different environments. We have introduced a hybrid working policy to provide greater flexibility for part-time work, job-sharing, remote working, and flexibility on hours. Our people are encouraged to work in a flexible way that suits their lifestyle, so please ask the question and start a conversation!

Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.

Reasonable Adjustments

We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at [email protected]

What's next?

Our team will be in touch. As a business regulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with the conduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to an interview with SJP.