Financial Crime Analyst (18m FTC)

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At Principality Building Society, we’re on a mission to protect our members, our colleagues and our organisation from the growing risks of Financial Crime. We’re currently looking for two Financial Crime Analysts on a 18 month fixed term contract to join our dedicated Financial Crime team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and apply your investigative and analytical skills in a purpose-driven organisation where doing the right thing is at the heart of how we work.

What you’ll be doing

As a Financial Crime Analyst, you will:

• Investigate internal suspicion reports across Principality Building Society, including Commercial.
• Analyse large volumes of data to assess the detect financial crime risks.
• Provide expert advice to teams across the Society on financial crime risks, policies and controls.
• Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) checks, including document verification for customer onboarding.
• Use specialist screening and account monitoring tools to identify suspicious activity.
• Support complex fraud investigation in line with the Principality Fraud Response Plan.
• Prepare and submit reports to relevant bodies such as the Natonal Crime Agency (NCA) and Cifas.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Solid understanding of financial crime risks.
• Knowledge of Financial Services products (e.g. savings, mortgages).
• Discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Understanding of risk management and a risk-based approach.

Experience:

• Previous experience in financial crime prevention or within Financial Services.
• Practical experience conducting investigations.
• Familiarity with submitting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the NCA or CIFAS.

Why join Principality:

• Be part of a values-driven organisation, committed to protecting customers and doing the right thing.
• Working in a supportive team with a strong culture of integrity and collaboration.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career growth.

If you have any questions in relation to this role, please contact the recruitment team at -recruitment@principality.co.uk

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