Detection Team Lead - FinCrime (Remote)

About the Role

We are seeking a Detection Team Lead - FinCrime (Remote) to join our innovative team at Kroo. This role is pivotal in leading our Financial Crime Detection Team, ensuring we maintain the highest standards in fraud prevention and compliance while working remotely. You will play a crucial role in training and developing a team of graduates, supporting day-to-day operations, and investigating suspicious activities.

What You'll Do

• Lead and train a team of graduates in the Manchester office on a weekly basis.
• Support the day-to-day operations of Kroo’s 1st Line Financial Crime Detection Team.
• Act as a point of escalation and provide best-practice guidance to the team.
• Investigate transaction monitoring alerts to identify suspicious activity.
• Conduct thorough reviews of periodic or enhanced due diligence alerts.
• Proactively identify financial crime trends through data analysis.
• Swiftly execute payment reviews to deliver a positive customer experience.
• Liaise with other financial institutions and law enforcement authorities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a fraud or financial crime role.
• Experience managing escalations and supporting investigations.
• Ability to coach and develop junior team members.
• Inquisitive and proactive attitude with an analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage a varied workload.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a fintech environment.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.

What We Offer

• Generous holiday time: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Personal days for life’s unpredictability.
• Employer-sponsored volunteer program with up to 4 hours per month.
• Mental health support through our partner, Spill.
• Workplace pension with a 5% employee contribution and a 3% employer top-up.
• Top-notch equipment including a MacBook for remote work.
• Access to a modern office in Manchester for occasional onsite work.
• Enhanced parental leave policy.

Join us in our mission to be the first bank that is both trusted and loved by our customers. As a Detection Team Lead - FinCrime (Remote), you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the financial sector while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.