Head of CDD, EDD & Customer Screening
London (Hybrid)

We’re supporting a leading global organisation to hire a Partner-level Head of CDD, EDD & Customer Screening, responsible for leading financial crime operations and shaping strategy across a large, international business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver the financial crime strategy across CDD, EDD, and Screening
Act as SME on AML, sanctions, fraud, and customer risk
Oversee client onboarding, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring frameworks
Implement and enhance systems, controls, and processes
Partner with senior stakeholders to balance risk and commercial objectives
Lead and develop a large, international operational team

Requirements

Strong financial crime expertise across AML, CDD, EDD, and Screening
Proven leadership experience in FCA / HMRC-regulated environments
Background in retail banking
Experience implementing controls, systems, and operational improvements
Track record managing large teams and complex operations
Strong stakeholder management with ability to influence at senior level
Credible, professional, and commercially minded with strong communication skills