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Job Description: Chief Financial Crimes Officer (CFCO)

Industry: Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Investment

Job Type: Full-Time

Reporting To: Chief Risk Officer (CRO) / Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) / Board Risk & Compliance Committee

Job Summary

The Chief Financial Crimes Officer (CFCO) is responsible for leading the organization's enterprise-wide financial crime prevention framework, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT), fraud prevention, sanctions compliance, and anti-bribery & corruption programs.

This role ensures the organization is protected from financial crime risks while maintaining full compliance with regulatory requirements and international standards. The CFCO plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization's integrity, reputation, and operational resilience.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Crime Strategy & Governance

Develop and implement a comprehensive financial crime risk management strategy

Establish governance frameworks covering AML, fraud, sanctions, and anti-corruption

Align financial crime programs with enterprise risk and compliance strategies

Promote a strong financial crime compliance culture

2. AML/CFT & Sanctions Compliance

Oversee AML/CFT programs, including KYC, CDD, EDD, and transaction monitoring

Ensure compliance with international standards (e.g., FATF) and local regulations

Manage sanctions screening and compliance frameworks

Ensure timely reporting of suspicious activities (STR/SAR)

3. Fraud Risk Management

Oversee fraud prevention, detection, and investigation frameworks

Implement controls to minimize internal and external fraud risks

Leverage advanced analytics and monitoring tools

Coordinate fraud response and recovery efforts

4. Financial Crime Detection & Investigations

Lead investigations into suspicious transactions and financial crime activities

Ensure proper escalation and reporting to regulators and authorities

Collaborate with law enforcement and financial intelligence units (FIUs)

Maintain robust case management and documentation processes

5. Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

Ensure compliance with all financial crime-related regulations

Manage regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting obligations

Maintain audit-ready documentation and controls

Monitor regulatory developments and adapt frameworks accordingly

6. Technology & Analytics

Oversee financial crime technology platforms (AML, fraud detection, sanctions screening)

Implement AI/ML-based monitoring and analytics tools

Enhance detection capabilities through data-driven insights

Drive digital transformation in financial crime management

7. Training & Awareness

Develop and deliver financial crime training programs

Promote awareness of AML, fraud, and compliance risks

Ensure employees understand reporting obligations and procedures

Foster a culture of vigilance and accountability

8. Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement

Act as the primary liaison with regulators, FIUs, and law enforcement

Provide financial crime insights to executive leadership and Board

Collaborate with risk, compliance, audit, and business units

Represent the organization in industry forums

9. Leadership & Team Management

Lead and develop financial crime compliance teams

Establish performance standards and KPIs

Foster a culture of integrity and accountability

Support talent development and succession planning

Key Requirements

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or related field

Professional certifications such as CAMS, CFE, ICA, or equivalent are highly preferred

Experience

12–18+ years of experience in financial crime, AML, fraud, compliance, or risk roles

Proven experience in senior financial crime leadership roles (e.g., CFCO, Head of Financial Crime, AML/Fraud Leader)

Strong experience in banking, financial services, insurance, or investment sectors

Skills & Competencies

Deep knowledge of AML/CFT, fraud, sanctions, and anti-corruption frameworks

Strong analytical and investigative skills

Expertise in financial crime detection and prevention technologies

Leadership and team management

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement

High ethical standards and attention to detail

Ability to manage complex regulatory environments

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Reduction in financial crime incidents and losses

Compliance with AML/CFT and financial crime regulations

Effectiveness of detection and monitoring systems

Timeliness and accuracy of regulatory reporting

Audit and regulatory inspection outcomes

Employee awareness and training completion

Preferred Attributes

Experience in multinational or highly regulated financial institutions

Exposure to advanced analytics, AI/ML, and regtech solutions

Strong relationships with regulators and law enforcement

Ability to manage complex financial crime risks

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive executive salary

Performance-based incentives

Executive benefits and allowances

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