Financial Crime Leader

Job summary

Building on the evolution of EYs Global Financial Crime compliance program, the Financial Crime Sub-Function Leader will focus on strengthening EY’s internal 1st line of defense compliance processes. The role-holder will focus on enabling EY engagement teams to comply with internal policies and procedures related to Anti Money Laundering, Anti Bribery & Corruption, Economic & Trade Sanctions and Insider Trading. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing and growing the Central Financial Crime team of ~ 80 Financial Crime professionals operating out of multiple locations, supporting the EY business and engagement teams in the timely and accurate completion of regulatory non-negotiables.

The candidate will be required to work closely with Global Executive Financial Crime Leadership and the Global Chief Compliance Officer to:

• Lead the design and implementation of the processes which support financial crime compliance.
• Identify growth opportunities for where the Central Financial Crime team can be utilized and adopted by the EY Network.
• Direct the continuous improvement of the Central Financial Crime team through process enhancements and the use of technology.

As a member of the RMS Core Leadership Team, the individual will lead / contribute to the wider RMS Functional Strategy and other central initiatives aimed at driving an inclusive culture within RMS, creating an exceptional experience for our people and in driving operational excellence. Travel will be required on occasion for one-to-one and team meetings.

Your key responsibilities

As the Sub-Function Leader of the GDS RMS Financial Crime team, you will be required to lead and grow a team by providing strategic solutions related to Financial Crime Compliance to our engagement teams across all service lines. You will assist Global and Regional Risk Management leadership in maintaining effective and efficient controls for managing organizational, strategic, and regulatory risks. You will manage key stakeholder relationships at the Global and Regional level, including close collaboration with the Service Lines to provide input and feedback regarding the effectiveness of EY’s processes. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leadership and Team Growth:

  Lead and grow a team of Financial Crime professionals across multiple locations. Drive the people strategy to create a high-performing team, fostering innovation, resilience, and effective decision-making.

• Strategic Solutions and Compliance:

  Provide strategic solutions related to Financial Crime Compliance and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures related to Anti Money Laundering, Anti Bribery & Corruption and Economic & Trade Sanctions. Maintain knowledge of global regulations and standards, such as the EU Money Laundering Directives and FATF Recommendations.

• Stakeholder Management:

  Manage key stakeholder relationships with Global, Regional, and Service Line leadership teams. Ensure effective communication and collaboration across the organization.

• Process Improvement and Technology

  : Contribute to process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology to enhance service delivery and maintain leading-edge best practices. Integrate risk management into existing organizational policies, procedures, and cultures.

• Professional Development

  : Promote continuous professional development and training to ensure the team stays updated with the latest industry practices and standards

Qualifications

• Recognized Financial Crime qualifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA Diploma in Anti Money Laundering, CFE).
• Strong academic background (MBA/Master’s degree preferred).
• Approximately 12+ years of experience in a professional services organization.
• Experience working in a multinational and multicultural environment.
• Proven track record of leading large teams.
• Strong leadership behaviours, including fostering innovation, resilience, and effective decision-making.
• Ability to synthesize complex information, work under pressure, and manage multiple priorities effectively.