VP, Tech Risk Management

Job Title: Transaction Monitoring VP Location: London - Hybrid (2 days in the office per week) Contract Length - 6 Months Pay Type: PAYE Barclays Overview Barclays is a British universal bank. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group. Diversity and Inclusion Barclays offers a diverse, inclusive and engaged culture. A place where people can bring their whole selves to work and be respected for who they are, valued for what they do and celebrated for their contribution to our business and our community. It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. Providing the opportunity for all our employees, globally to work flexibly empowers each of us to work in a way that suits our lives as well as enabling us to better service our customers’ and clients’ needs. Whether you have family commitments or you’re a carer, or whether you need study time or wish to pursue personal interests, our approach to working flexibly is designed to help you balance your life. Transaction Monitoring VP Transaction Monitoring VP at Barclays plays a crucial role in safeguarding the bank against financial crime, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risks, and leading teams responsible for monitoring suspicious financial activities. The role demands a combination of leadership, regulatory knowledge, technical expertise, and an ability to collaborate across various functions within the organization. Manage the daily operations of transaction monitoring teams. Ensure that all transactions across the bank are adequately screened for potential financial crime risks. Supervise the handling of alerts generated by the bank’s monitoring systems, ensuring timely investigation and resolution. Identify potential risks related to transaction monitoring and financial crime, and implement appropriate controls to mitigate them. Continuously assess the effectiveness of the bank's transaction monitoring systems and recommend improvements where necessary. Analytical Data/ Coding Evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of transaction monitoring systems, such as automated software tools (e.g., Drive the adoption of new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to improve the accuracy and efficiency of monitoring processes. Analyze trends and patterns in transactional data to detect emerging risks and suspicious activities. Prepare and present reports to senior management and the Board on financial crime risks, mitigation strategies, and monitoring performance. Develop and maintain transaction monitoring policies and procedures that align with Barclays' overall compliance framework and regulatory requirements. Ensure that the transaction monitoring framework is aligned with industry best practices and evolving regulatory expectations. Have worked in a Senior Transaction Monitoring position previously Senior Change Management experience Senior Stakeholder management experience up to C Suite Level A Finance/ Mathematics/ Business or similar Degree We deploy finance responsibly to support people and businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability, for the common good and the long term. We harness the power of diversity and inclusion in our business, trust those we work with, and value everyone's contribution. We champion innovation, and use our energy, expertise and resources to make a positive difference. We prize sustainability and are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.