Economic Crime Financial Intelligence Unit, Manager | S4 | Risk | Milton Keynes | 8 Month FTC

Economic Crime Financial Intelligence Unit, Manager | S4 | Risk | Milton Keynes | 8 Month FTC

Country: United Kingdom

Santander ([ is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organisation , and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together , we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation , and the courage to challenge what’s possible.

This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference .

Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper . We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

Within Risk we partner with the business to enable the safe delivery of Santander’s strategic plan, including the safe integration of TSB Bank. This 8 month Fixed Term Contract role brings subject matter expertise in financial crime systems and controls, and is critical to support the safe integration of TSB’s economic crime framework into the Santander control environment. The role involves assessment of the variances between the current TSB systems and the Santander systems, detailing both customer and operational impacts. A proven ability to work accurately under short timescales is essential.

We’re shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas.

Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organisation. We’re enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.

The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong working knowledge of TSB’s economic crime systems, specifically the screening and Transaction Monitoring systems. Working knowledge to include understanding of the system set up  / data flows and knowledge of the system outputs 


• Experience and the ability to apply critical thinking and good judgement 


• Knowledge and understanding of the regulations pertaining to economic sanctions and money laundering. 


• Capability and evidence of completing insightful analysis and MI using various data sources. 


• Strong oral and written communication skills 


• Strong problem solving skills to identify and resolve problems.   


• Effective relationship management skills with a variety of stakeholders including senior leaders. 


• Curiosity and an ability to actively listen and influence effectively. 

• Strategic business analysis, translating complex business problems into solution options and making informed design recommendations. (Required) 
• Business integration and impact assessment, including process, people, technology, data and control impacts across complex change programmes. (Required)
• Technology-enabled transformation, including data, systems integration and business readiness within large-scale programmes. (Required) 

• Strategic thinking and sound judgement, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and influence design decisions. (Required)
• Exceptional stakeholder influencing, building credibility with senior leaders across Business, CIO, Operations, Risk and Line 2. (Required) 
• Systems thinking, able to understand how decisions in one area affect the wider operating model and customer outcomes. (Required) 
• Collaborative leadership, bringing together diverse teams to solve complex problems and deliver integrated solutions without direct authority. (Required) 
• Resilience and adaptability, maintaining pace and quality in a complex, ambiguous and fast-moving programme environment. (Preferred)

At Santander, your contribution matters. We recognise the difference you make every day, and we make sure you feel valued, supported and rewarded in return.
Here, recognition goes beyond pay. It’s about the pride you feel in your work, the impact you have on customers and communities, and the opportunities you have to grow and thrive — personally and professionally.

£68,662.00 - £102,994.00 per annum (depending on experience)

This salary range represents the expected remuneration for the role. Annual salary is based on a standard 35-hour working week. Actual salary offered will depend on skills, experience, qualifications and location. 

• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 31 days after 5yrs service, with the option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year 


• £6,000 car allowance per year


• Company funded individual private medical insurance 


• Protection for you and your family, with company-funded death-in-service benefit and income protection insurance, and the option to take advantage of discounted rates for additional life assurance and critical illness cover. 


• Share in Santander’s success by saving or investing in our share plans.  


• As a Santander UK employee, you are able to request staff versions of our products like our Edge Current Accounts and Credit Cards with no fees, as well as apply to many other deals and discounts in Santander products and services 


• Competitive rewards that reflect the real impact you make and the value you bring. 


• Wellbeing that goes beyond work — we work with a range of wellbeing partners across our 4 pillars of wellbeing (physical, mental, social and financial) to give you access to a suite of apps, discounted gym and fitness access, weekly online classes, flexible healthcare and mental health support. 


• Support for every life stage — from menopause and pregnancy to parenthood and beyond, with enhanced family leave, childcare options and tailored wellbeing support. 


• Time to give back through volunteering opportunities that let you make a difference in the communities we serve. 


• Global growth opportunities to shape your career, learn new skills and explore what’s possible across our international network. 

At Santander, we’re proud to be an inclusive organisation that provides equal opportunities for everyone — regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation.

We’re committed to creating a recruitment experience that’s accessible, fair and welcoming for all candidates.

We want our people to thrive — at work and at home — while delivering the best outcomes for our customers and supporting each other to grow.

To make this possible, our roles are site-based with a hybrid working pattern , where colleagues are expected to attend the office at least 12 days per month (pro-rata for part-time roles).

When applying, please consider the travel distance, time and cost to your chosen office location(s).

• All candidates must have the right to work in the UK to commence employment with Santander. 

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

If there’s anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best, get in touch. Whether it’s a copy of our application form in another format or additional assistance, we’re available through email. You can contact us at [View email address on decentrajobs.com](mailto:View email address on decentrajobs.com).

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