Regional Head of Financial Crime Investigations

A prominent global financial services provider is seeking an experienced leader to oversee its Financial Crime Investigations operations across Continental Europe, with a focus on its French market. This role is embedded within the wholesale banking segment and is critical to ensuring effective risk management and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate financial crime investigations across France and other Continental European markets.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to ensure timely and consistent delivery of investigative services.
• Drive operational improvements, implement strategic changes, and support transformation initiatives within the function.
• Integrate transaction monitoring activities into the broader investigations process to ensure a unified approach.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements across all relevant jurisdictions.
• Communicate key risks and findings to senior stakeholders and support the development of remediation strategies.
• Represent the investigations function in governance and oversight forums, contributing to strategic planning and reporting.
• Partner with compliance and risk teams to strengthen controls and enhance risk mitigation efforts.
• Provide leadership to large, geographically distributed teams, including centers in India and Poland.
• Promote a strong people culture, focusing on talent development, performance management, and team engagement.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Extensive experience in strategic leadership and operational planning within a complex, multi-market financial environment.
• Prior experience in financial crime investigations is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and manage large teams, including through matrix structures.
• Deep understanding of financial crime risk and investigative processes, particularly within wholesale banking.
• Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Adaptable and agile, with the ability to navigate diverse regulatory landscapes and organizational requirements.
• Fluency in both French and English is essential.