Financial Crime Policy – OPBAS Policy Senior Associate (24 Month Contract)

Requirements of the role

We regulate financial services firms in the UK, to keep financial markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us, you’ll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth, and shaping the future of UK finance services.

SPC oversees firms and individuals (supervision), creates and reviews the rules by which they operate (policy) and identifies and remedies ineffective competition in markets (competition). Sitting in Specialist Directorate, the O&FFC department (Office for Professional Body Anti-Money Laundering Supervision & Fraud & Financial Crime​) works to reduce money laundering and terrorist financing by ensuring high standards of AML/CTF supervision and fostering collaboration across professional bodies, supervisors, and law enforcement.

It is an exciting time to join this team as the UK is preparing for it’s next Mutual Evaluation by the Financial Action Task Force in 2027. At the same time OPBAS is supporting the Government’s stated intention to transfer AML supervision of 60,000 professional service firms to the FCA.

Role responsibilities

• Develop and implement key policies to strengthen compliance with MLRs and OPBAS regulations, ensuring robust standards that protect the integrity of the financial system
• Analyse supervisory findings to assess AML effectiveness, influencing decisions that enhance oversight and reduce financial crime risks
• Critically evaluate information to measure progress against AML and CTF standards, driving improvements that maintain trust in the sector
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to foster collaboration and deliver impactful regulatory outcomes
• Contribute to high-profile OPBAS projects such as Professional Body Supervisor assessments and themed initiatives, expanding your expertise and industry influence
• Coach and support team members to encourage knowledge sharing and professional growth, creating a high-performing, collaborative environment

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