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HMRC plays a significant role in tackling economic crime, delivered through its unique function as a tax authority, law enforcement agency and anti-money laundering supervisor. HMRC’s investigation, asset recovery and anti-money laundering powers complement and support the activities of the broader government agenda.

You’ll work with colleagues across Economic Crime Supervision (EC-S) and HMRC to assess business applications for supervision under the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. As part of a team, you’ll carry out checks on individuals and businesses, make informed decisions on eligibility, and communicate outcomes. You’ll also calculate penalties where applicable and conduct ‘Fit and Proper’ or ‘Approval’ tests (including criminality checks) on Beneficial Owners, Officers, Managers, and businesses, informing applicants of the results.

• Managing a personal caseload of applications and compliance checks.
• Communicating with customers via email, phone, and letter.
• Making informed decisions based on evidence and regulatory guidance.
• Analysing data and applying judgement in ambiguous situations.
• Applying sanctions where necessary and defending decisions when challenged.
• Collaborating with colleagues across HMRC and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• This is a public-facing role, requiring clear and professional communication in English.
  
  There may be a requirement to appear as a witness at Tribunal or Alternative Dispute Proceedings to defend decisions made as part of your role.

• Current or previous experience working in a Compliance, Investigative or Financial arena.
• Excellent working Knowledge of Microsoft 365.
• Ability to work under pressure and to changing priorities whilst managing own workloads.
• Ability to construct professional communications to businesses in English at the minimum standards required for public sector workers.