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• This role is dedicated to the tester specializing in ‘Financial Crime covering Anti-Money Laundering/Know Your Customer, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery and Corruption and Anti-Tax Evasion' specific to Investment Management who will thoroughly research and interpret relevant laws and regulations, applying a solution-focused approach to the challenges. The tester will promptly escalate significant business risks, internal control issues, or material regulatory breaches to relevant jurisdiction Anti-Money Laundering Officers/Money Laundering Reporting Officers and / or Financial Crime Compliance Officer. They will assist in the development and execution of the testing plan for assigned assessable units or themes. They will ensure timely, high-quality reviews aligned with Global Methodology Standard. This role requires strong collaboration with business units, senior management, and associated stakeholders to support compliance adherence and address findings effectively. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: Assist in planning and executing the Annual Testing Program, acting as delegate for the Testing Manager/Team Leader on ad-hoc assignments as needed. Lead and conduct reviews efficiently within established timelines, following the Global Methodology Standard and Annual Testing Plan. Build and develop expertise in relevant business processes, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to assigned compliance reviews. Design and perform tests to assess compliance with corporate and regulatory standards, verifying control processes align with requirements. Coordinate and participate in all review phases—planning, fieldwork, walkthroughs, testing—while maintaining clear and thorough documentation. Analyze business processes and risks; train and support team members on assigned reviews, methodology, and system use. Communicate issues clearly in writing and verbally to stakeholders; facilitate corrective action plans and validate remediation efforts. Prepare high-quality reports and presentation materials for management and stakeholders. Recording of all testing activities in Risk and Compliance Testing system. Escalate issues promptly and propose remediation solutions. Manage multiple priorities, take ownership of tasks, and ensure accuracy and timely completion. Collaborate actively within the team, build strong stakeholder relationships across three lines of defense, and represent testing team in internal and client meetings. Participate in team and departmental projects. Education: Preferred secondary/university graduate degree in Business, Compliance, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Relevant industry qualifications (e.g., CISI, IMC, CFA, IAPP certifications) are advantageous. Financial industry experience, with experience in Compliance & Risk, compliance testing, control testing, and/or internal audit, ideally gained at a large bank, financial institution, public accounting firm, or regulatory body. Building AI solutions and automating control testing preferred. Proven track record of managing compliance testing or audit processes independently and under tight deadlines. Strong analytical skills with ability to identify, collate, and distill relevant information. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex issues succinctly. Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and proactively manage challenges. Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the Three Lines of Defense. Sound risk awareness and ability to apply outcome-focused regulation while understanding commercial pressures. Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work within deadlines. Ability to train and mentor junior team members on compliance testing methodologies and systems. Aptitude for problem-solving, critical thinking, and developing practical solutions. Subject Matter Expert in Financial Crime regulatory requirements with strong Financial Crime audit or compliance experience. Proven ability to manage and execute risk-based testing programs or Financial Crime audits. Knowledge of global and various jurisdictional Financial Crime regimes related to Investment Management is an added advantage.