Job Description

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Banking and Capital Markets

Specialism

Fraud, Investigations & Regulatory Enforcement (FIRE)

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

Senior Financial Crime Technology & AML Advisory Associate

Meet your future team

Join our Forensic Services practice, where Financial Crime, AML, data and technology specialists work together to help clients prevent, detect and respond to regulatory, compliance and financial crime risks. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across PwC and support leading financial services organisations on complex transformation and optimisation initiatives.

What your role will look like

As a Senior Associate, you will help financial institutions strengthen their Financial Crime frameworks by combining regulatory knowledge, data analytics and technology expertise. Your work will focus on improving the effectiveness of AML and sanctions controls, supporting clients in managing regulatory expectations, operational efficiency and evolving financial crime risks.

• Lead selected workstreams focused on the assessment, implementation and optimisation of AML Transaction Monitoring solutions, including scenario design, customer segmentation, threshold tuning and effectiveness testing;
• Evaluate and enhance sanctions screening frameworks, helping clients improve detection capabilities while maintaining operational efficiency;
• Analyse end-to-end data flows, data lineage and data quality across AML and Compliance systems to identify control gaps and improvement opportunities;
• Design insightful dashboards, visualisations and metrics that support decision-making and provide transparency over Financial Crime risks and performance;
• Translate regulatory requirements into practical recommendations covering AML/CTF, sanctions, fraud and compliance operating models, policies and controls;
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder discussions, gathering requirements and helping clients move from analysis to implementation;
• Coach junior team members, review their work and contribute to delivering high-quality outcomes across multiple client engagements.

Your growth and opportunities

Develop expertise at the intersection of Financial Crime, data and technology while working across Transaction Monitoring, sanctions screening and regulatory transformation programmes. Gain exposure to complex client environments, emerging AI-enabled solutions and leading Financial Crime technologies. Progressively expand your responsibility for client interactions, workstream leadership and mentoring activities.

The skills you bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Finance or a related discipline.
• 2–3 years of experience in Financial Crime, AML technology, Compliance technology, consulting or the financial services industry.
• Working knowledge of AML/CTF and sanctions regulatory frameworks, with experience using Financial Crime technologies such as Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening, Customer Risk Rating or KYC platforms.
• Python and SQL: Proficient / Independent use. Power BI, Tableau and MS Excel: Proficient / Independent use.
• English: C1–C2 professional proficiency. French or German: C1–C2

Ways of working

• You analyse complex information, identify patterns in data and translate insights into practical business recommendations.
• You apply independent judgement to complex situations, challenge assumptions constructively and help solve problems in a structured way.
• You collaborate across teams, share knowledge, support colleagues and contribute to an inclusive working environment.
• You act with integrity, handle confidential information with care, and uphold high ethical standards in every situation.

Additional skills that would support your success

• Experience with Financial Crime technology platforms such as NICE Actimize, Oracle FCCM, Fenergo, Firco, SafeWatch, Eastnets or similar solutions.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, CGSS, ICA, CFE or relevant technology certifications.
• Familiarity with Digital Forensics and forensic investigation tools such as Nuix or Relativity.

The skills listed reflect what matters most to succeed in this role. If your experience aligns with them, even if your path looks different, we encourage you to apply and start the conversation with us.

Take your next step

Help financial institutions strengthen their defences against financial crime while working on meaningful, technology-driven transformation projects. Build deep expertise alongside specialists who combine regulatory insight, data and innovation to solve complex client challenges. Grow your impact, expand your capabilities and contribute to shaping the future of Financial Crime services.

Grow here. Go further.

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Risk Assessment, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Debt Restructuring, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Evidence Gathering, Financial Crime Compliance, Financial Crime Investigation, Financial Crime Prevention, Financial Record Keeping, Financial Transactions, Forensic Accounting, Forensic Investigation, Fraud Detection {+ 20 more}

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Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

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