Transaction Monitoring AI Lead (h/f)

Transaction Monitoring AI Lead
Remote in UK
£750-800 Inside IR35

emagine is a high-end professional services consultancy and solutions firm specialising in providing business and technology services to the financial services sector, we power progress, solve challenges and deliver real results through tailored high-end consulting services and solutions.

We have created a culture of openness and integrity by building genuine and strong relationships and partnerships, enabling us to be uncompromising in our dedication in delivering the optimal service for our clients. Our commitment is not just towards our clients but we aim to foster a positive and equitable working environment with our consultants and colleagues which stems from our core values: Confident, Dedicated, Responsible, Genuine.

We are seeking an experienced AI Project Lead to spearhead initiatives aimed at enhancing transaction monitoring capabilities through artificial intelligence and machine learning. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, improving financial crime detection, and ensuring alignment with regulatory standards across the organization.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver AI/ML solutions for transaction monitoring and financial crime prevention.

• Define and manage project roadmaps, including scope, budget, and timelines.

• Oversee the testing, validation, and deployment of AI models in live environments.

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure effective governance, reporting, and strategic alignment.

• Develop performance metrics and dashboards to monitor model effectiveness and operational impact.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and manage change across impacted teams and systems.

• Ensure AI/ML solutions are scalable, compliant, and integrated seamlessly across products or regions.

• Champion a user-centric approach to enhance usability and stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience leading complex AI or analytics projects, ideally within financial services or compliance domains.

• Strong understanding of AML transaction monitoring processes and regulatory expectations.

• Demonstrated success in delivering AI/ML solutions in high-stakes, regulated environments.

• Excellent stakeholder management skills across technical, business, and compliance functions.

• Experience in model validation, performance monitoring, and risk mitigation.

• Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems and operational workflows.

• Experience managing project budgets, risks, and delivery timelines.

• Professional certifications such as ICA Advanced Certificate or Diploma in AML.

• Background in fintech, regtech, or global banking environments

Interested?

At emagine, we are committed to building an international and diverse team by embracing our different backgrounds.

If you are up to the challenge and would like to find out more, get in touch with us immediately, our internal recruitment team is always keen to hear from dynamic individuals that are looking to further their career and explore their full potential.

emagine is an equal opportunity employer, and employment practices are based strictly on merit. It is the policy of the Company to give equal opportunity in employment regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, religion or ethnic origin