Rhys James

Background

About Rhys James

As an accomplished Financial Crime Investigator, I have led and managed complex financial investigations within financial services. I have managed financial crime investigations and compliance covering anti-financial crime, fraud, anti-money laundering (AML) and breaches in financial regulations. In my current role as Financial Crime Investigator, I provide strong leadership to two teams, consisting of 4 and a remote group of 12 staff, including a team leader, with a prime focus on dealing with credit card and loan fraud prevention. During this time, I rewrote and improved the Financial Crime investigation policy, which contributed to the rationalisation of the fraud investigation process, leading to the notable decrease of a four-month backlog. Previously, I managed Financial Crime Investigations covering a range of cases, breaches, and serious financial crime. In this role, I led complex investigations into fraud and money laundering incidents including end-to-end investigations. I developed and delivered training for new investigators covering best practice, compliance, and industry regulations. I held various roles and led on complex investigations into financial crime and fraud. I am confident taking on new responsibilities including developing and embedding new processes, procedures and internal training standards. I worked with colleagues across departments as part of case management including compiling detailed reports and liaising with external bodies including the Financial Conduct Authority and law enforcement representatives where relevant. I managed Know Your Client (KYC) procedures and supported the development of risk management procedures for clients. I enhanced internal procedures and prioritised the development of quality and compliance standards. I operate well across teams and departments including with clients where I am able to take build high performing teams and embed long term relationships. I am a fully certified ICA Advanced Anti-Money Laundering professional and have expertise in various organisations and roles. I worked with PWC within their Financial Crime Unit and led on audit and investigations covering AML regulations and standards. I enjoy a challenge and I am confident I will be a valuable addition to any team.