Financial Crime Executive (Fixed Term Contract)

6 Month Fixed Term Contract | £26,000 per annum | Remote (UK) | Occasional travel may be required to Cardiff At Target Group, we do more than meet deadlines—we make a real impact across Financial Services and Technology. We thrive on innovation, agility, and doing the right thing for our clients. We’re looking for a Financial Crime Executive to join our growing team and play a key role in strengthening our first-line financial crime controls across a diverse portfolio of clients and products. Why this role? You’ll be at the heart of our Financial Crime Operations team, working across the business to prevent, detect and respond to financial crime risks . This is a varied, fast-paced role where you’ll collaborate with colleagues at all levels, gain exposure to different clients, and directly influence how we protect our business and customers. What you’ll be doing Champion financial crime awareness and ensure adherence to policies and controls Investigate fraud and money laundering concerns quickly and effectively Monitor transactions, high-risk payments, sanctions alerts, PEPs and adverse media Support MI reporting—collecting, analysing, and delivering insights Identify emerging risks and recommend practical prevention and detection controls Act as a key point of contact for financial crime queries across the business Build strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders Highlight training needs and contribute to ongoing learning and development What we’re looking for A proactive, detail-driven approach with strong risk awareness Ability to prioritise effectively in a busy, SLA-driven environment Confidence working with stakeholders across different levels A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn Core Benefits: Salary of £26,000 per annum 30 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays (From Day 1) Defined Pension Contribution Scheme (Employer matched up to 6%). Plus, option to contribute via Salary Exchange (alternatively known as Salary Sacrifice) Employee Discount Scheme, access to discounts and offers across 100s of leading retailers. Plus, cashback on purchases Company Paid Private Medical Insurance (benefit in kind) Group Life Assurance Group Income Protection Discretionary Annual Pay Review Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme Loyal Service Scheme - rewarding your commitment with financial recognition, additional holidays, and matched pension contributions of up to 10% at key service milestones. Free Flu Vaccinations, Eye Tests and employer contribution towards glasses Recognition Scheme Free Mortgage Advice and Support Wisdom Wellbeing, your go to for wellbeing resources and solutions to include an Employee Assistance Program Everest Funeral Concierge Free Bereavement and Probate Advice and Support Access to a GP 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year through GP24 Paid eye tests and employer contribution towards spectacles specifically for VDU use. Enhanced parental leave You can also select other benefits, we cover the upfront cost and make monthly deductions from your pay, interest free! Technology Buying Scheme Discounted Gym Memberships Taste Card / Coffee Club Membership Charitable Payroll Giving Cycle to work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice) Join a team that’s committed to helping the business grow quickly, safely, and responsibly —and where your contribution truly matters.