Financial Crime Product Owner

Financial Crime Data & Technology Product Owner We’re supporting a leading global organisation on a key hire within their Financial Crime Technology function. This is a high-impact role focused on transforming client onboarding and financial crime systems through modern technology, automation, and data-led design (AML/CTF/CPF, sanctions, ABC, fraud and tax evasion) You’ll sit at the intersection of Compliance, Technology, and Product owning the roadmap and driving delivery of scalable, compliant, and client-centric onboarding solutions. What you’ll be doing • Own and evolve financial crime onboarding journeys (KYC/CDD, sanctions, PEP, adverse media) across CLM platforms • Translate complex regulatory requirements into automated, technology-enabled workflows • Manage product roadmap, backlog, user stories, and delivery lifecycle (Agile environment) • Drive integration of financial crime systems (APIs, data platforms, digital identity tools) • Lead UAT, governance, and continuous improvement across financial crime technology What we’re looking for • Proven background as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or Tech Lead in onboarding or compliance transformation – 5+ years. • Strong experience in Financial Crime / AML / KYC technology within banking, fintech, or consulting • Hands-on knowledge of CLM platforms, workflow automation, and data integration • Solid understanding of UK/EU financial crime regulations (CDD, sanctions, AML frameworks) • Ability to engage senior stakeholders across Compliance, Tech, and Product