IT Owner, Financial Crime Transaction Monitoring Platform

Job description

SMBC: A trusted partner for the long term Here at SMBC Group, we want to help you find the next step in your career so read on to discover if this opportunity is the one for you. We like to recognise potential in our people, so we welcome your application even when your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description. Whilst we’ll always strive to be better, we’re proud of our inclusive culture, and encourage our applicants and colleagues to be their authentic, unique selves. Who we are United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future. Role Summary We are seeking a Financial Crime Transaction Monitoring Platform IT Owner (VP) to own the end-to-end delivery lifecycle of the platform within the Cross Product Platform team. You will own the design, development, architectural evolution and delivery of the Financial Crime Transaction Monitoring Platform across EMEA. This is a unique opportunity to lead the strategy, service ownership and operational excellence of financial crime transaction monitoring system, driving transformation, enabling regulatory compliance and enhancing data-driven decision-making across financial crime initiatives. The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership and service ownership to mature this capability for the region, ensuring platform stability, continuous improvement and standardisation to enhance data quality, controls and alignment with global best practices. The role also encompasses system development, major enhancements, and strategic upgrades. Your responsibilioties will include: Product Ownership of the Financial Crime Transaction Monitoring Platform across EMEA Leading developers and collaborating across the organisation to deliver, enhance and maintain the transaction monitoring platform Leading strategy, roadmap planning, and architectural direction for the Financial Crime Transaction Monitoring Platform For you to succeed in the role, you will need to have: Hands‑on technical experience developing and supporting Transaction Monitoring systems (NICE Actimize SAM an advantage) and associated technical environments Experience leading development teams to deliver continuous improvements, remediation actions, and control uplifts Solid experience in understanding ETL, data extraction and analysis "The anticipated salary range for this role is £89,000-£135,000, with the final offer determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, role scope, location, and relevant market factors. In addition to base salary, the role may be eligible for a discretionary incentive award and a competitive benefits package, including core benefits such as pension provision." Business Area As part of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation’s ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in the financial sector, the IT owner plays a critical role within our specialized IT FinCrime team. This position is central to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance across our global operations. The successful candidate will collaborate with a seasoned team of experts in FinCrime applications and infrastructure, ensuring that compliance requirements are seamlessly embedded into our IT systems and processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful impact by enhancing IT infrastructure, reducing risk, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. We welcome results-driven professionals who are eager to take on a challenging and rewarding role within a globally respected institution. Position Description Key Responsibilities Owning the Financial Crime Transaction Monitoring Platform across EMEA, including the end‑to‑end delivery lifecycle covering solution design, development oversight and system testing Leading strategy, roadmap planning, and architectural direction for the Financial Crime Transaction Monitoring Platform, ensuring decisions are delivered through funded system build and upgrades Driving delivery of material enhancements, new reconciliations, system upgrades, and integration initiatives, including requirements definition, solution design, development, system testing, UAT and production deployment Establishing standardised operating models, governance controls, and quality frameworks across the platform Partnering with global technology and product teams to deliver funded change initiatives, align architectures, and scale capitalised solutions across regions Managing vendor relationships Collaborating with stakeholders across Compliance, Operations, global stakeholders and Technology to understand requirements, prioritise needs, and optimise financial crime Transaction Monitoring platform Represent IT FinCrime in governance forums and regulatory discussions Monitoring platform performance, risk, compliance, and audit findings, and leading the implementation of continuous improvements, remediation actions, and control uplifts Lead root cause analysis of system and data issues, implementing permanent, scalable solutions that improve platform stability and detection effectiveness Mentor junior team members and promote a culture of continuous learning Share knowledge and contribute to best practices within the IT FinCrime function Required experience Hands‑on technical experience developing and supporting reputable Transaction Monitoring systems, NICE Actimize (SAM – Suspicious Activity Monitoring); Transaction Monitoring systems & Data warehouse environments Deep understanding of Data warehouse environments Must demonstrate solid experience in understanding ETL, data extraction and analysis using SQL Must demonstrate solid experience in scripting and running of Linux operating system (OS) Experience operating as a Financial Crime, Compliance, or related domains technology product owner or change lead, accountable for delivery, funded roadmaps and long‑term technology assets Extensive experience in IT within financial services Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field Professional certifications (preferred but not mandatory): Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) Project Management Professional (PMP) Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Competencies Customer Focus Driving Change Driving Results Embraces Diversity Enterprise Leadership Judgement and Decision Making Risk Management Strategic and Visionary Trust and Integrity What we offer For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks. As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you: Hybrid and flexible working Competitive paid leave days Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities Ambitious remuneration package So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!! We recognise our role as a bank to support social change and welcome all applications, including those from groups often under-represented in financial services. We value the uniqueness of professional and personal, backgrounds and perspectives as they play a vital role in continuing the sustainable growth of our organisation. We’ll ensure reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process are offered due to a disability or long-term condition whenever requested. We are committed to transparent and equitable pay practices. Compensation is determined using objective criteria, including skills, experience, and role responsibilities, and applied consistently throughout our recruitment processes. We do not request candidates' pay history and are committed to preventing unjustified pay disparities.