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Financial Crime Manager

Location: 

Madrid, ES

ABOUT US:

 

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. 

 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

 

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com  

 

You will manage the operational delivery and quality of the FC Investigations team, ensuring effective execution of client onboarding risk reviews, alert management, SAR/STR reporting, and AML letter processes across EMEA and North America. The Manager operationalizes the frameworks, standards and strategic direction set by the Head of FC Investigations, ensuring these are consistently applied by the team, and acts as the primary escalation point between the team and the Head of FC Investigations.

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Manage the execution of medium-high and high-risk client and investor onboarding reviews across EMEA and North America.
  • Review, challenge and approve all case recommendations prior to submission to MLROs, ensuring all identified risks are appropriately addressed and documented.
  • Support the Head of FC Investigations in embedding the AD Group Risk Appetite into day-to-day processes.
  • Monitor review volumes and timeliness, managing backlogs and escalating risks to the Head of FC Investigations as appropriate.
  • Oversee the team's material alert review process, ensuring quality standards and SLAs are consistently met, and report metrics to the Head of FC Investigations on a regular basis.
  • Review and approve all escalated material hits, escalating cases of exceptional complexity or regulatory sensitivity as appropriate.
  • Ensure SAR/STR reporting procedures are followed, conducting final review and approval of all submissions prior to filing and maintaining an activity log.
  • Operationalise and embed the AML/reliance letter framework, ensuring consistent team application through training and exception monitoring.
  • Manage the day-to-day performance of Officers and Senior Officers, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery of work.
  • Provide regular coaching, feedback and development support to all team members, including maintaining a team training plan and ensuring completion of all mandatory training.
  • Foster a collaborative, high-performing and continuously improving team environment.
  • Support the Head of FC Investigations in delivering the team's transition to the new FC Target Operating Model.

 

YOUR PROFILE

 

  • University degree is not required; we value equivalent professional experience and proven skills in a compliance, audit, or legal role, preferably within the funds industry, PSF, or banking.
  • You have significant experience in financial crime investigations, including the review of complex high-risk client onboarding cases, material hit assessment and SAR/STR.
  • You possess a deep and demonstrable knowledge of AML/CFT regulations across EMEA, including sanctions frameworks, PEP screening and EDD requirements.
  • You have proven people management experience with the ability to develop, motivate and support a team.
  • You have experience in operationalizing compliance frameworks and ensuring consistent application across a team.
  • You can manage multiple priorities, escalate appropriately and operate effectively within a defined accountability framework.
  • You can handle sensitive information with absolute discretion.
  • You are comfortable working with digital compliance tools and have an interest in or experience with AI and automation in a compliance context.
  • You are proficient in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Any additional language skills are an asset

 

WHAT WE OFFER

 

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. 

 

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

 

Our global benefits also include:

  • Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave 
  • Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
  • Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
  • Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
  • 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program 
  • The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
  • Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

 

Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Equity Statement 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

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