Deutsche Bank
Financial Crime Investigator
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Financial Crime Investigator
Financial Crime Investigator – Associate – Birmingham
Deutsche Bank’s Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) function is critical in safeguarding the Bank, its clients, and the broader financial system from evolving financial crime risks. AFC covers Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions & Embargoes, Anti-Fraud, Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC), Investigations & Intelligence, Monitoring & Screening, and Risk Assessment.
As part of a global and collaborative culture, AFC ensures Deutsche Bank meets regulatory obligations while upholding the highest integrity and compliance standards. Employees receive ongoing learning opportunities, professional development, and an inclusive workplace environment.
About the Role
Job Title: Financial Crime Investigator Location: Birmingham Corporate Title: Associate
In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, investigating, and mitigating financial crime risks, protecting the Bank from financial, regulatory, and reputational harm. Your work will support risk management strategies and help maintain the Bank's credibility in secure and compliant financial operations.
What We’ll Offer You
We prioritise your development and wellbeing, encouraging a balanced, engaged, and fulfilling work life. Expect:
- Hybrid Working – Flexible arrangements allowing eligible employees to work remotely part-time.
- Competitive salary and non-contributory pension – Strong long-term financial incentives.
- 30 days’ holiday + bank holidays – Plus the option to purchase additional leave days.
- Life Assurance and Private Healthcare – For you and your family.
- Flexible benefits, including:
- Retail discounts
- Bike4Work scheme
- Gym benefits
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) support, with 2 days’ volunteer leave per year.
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Your Key Responsibilities
- Conduct end-to-end investigations of internal referrals, unusual activity reports, and transaction monitoring alerts to determine financial crime risks and recommend appropriate actions.
- Submit Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Defence Against Money Laundering (DAML) requests to the National Crime Agency (NCA) where necessary.
- Apply rigorous, evidence-based decision-making, aligned with UK and EU legislation (POCA, MLR 2017) and industry standards (JMLSG).
- Leverage open-source intelligence, financial intelligence, and external databases to:
- Investigate adverse information.
- Support investigative findings.
- Develop risk-based recommendations.
- Identify, assess, and escalate financial crime risks, recommending mitigation strategies to safeguard the Bank.
- Provide specialist investigative support to the Financial Crime Operations team where needed.
Your Skills & Experience
We require: ✅ Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail in AML investigations. ✅ Proven track record in:
- Investigating complex AML referrals, transaction alerts, and unusual activity reports.
- Producing clear, defensible, and well-justified outcomes. ✅ Comprehensive understanding of:
- Money laundering typologies
- Customer activity analysis
- Financial crime control frameworks ✅ UK regulatory expertise, including:
- ** Proceedings of the Criminal Finances Act (POCA)**
- Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (MLR 2017)
- Joint Money Laundering Steering Group (JMLSG) guidance
- UK Sanctions & Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) requirements
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Preferred but not essential: 🔹 Professional qualifications such as ACAMS or ICA. 🔹 Experience in correspondent banking with knowledge of financial crime risks associated with this sector.
How We’ll Support You
- Expert mentorship from your team.
- Career development through a culture of continuous learning.
- Diversity and inclusion – As an equal opportunities’ employer, we provide reasonable adjustments (e.g., assistive devices for accessibility needs).
Note on Visa Requirement
The expected salary for some roles may be below the minimum visa threshold. If you already hold a UK Skilled Worker visa, we will support you through the recruitment and visa process.
About Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank is a leading global bank with strong European foundations and a vast international network.
UK Commitments:
- Ranked in The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality.
- Gold standard award from Stonewall as a Top 100 Employer.
- Inclusive work environment, empowering teamwork, responsibility, and collaboration.
Disability & Accessibility: If you require assistance during the application process, please contact us at adjustmentsconcierge@db.com.
We look forward to working together to excel as part of the Deutsche Bank Group.
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