Consultant - Financial Crime Advisory

About the role

Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. With over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, the firm combines global insight with local understanding. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence - all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa's collaborative approach and the way its teams integrate seamlessly - all working with a shared understanding of what matters most. The firm is known for its kind, curious experts who listen closely and care deeply about client success as they help clients transform energy markets, modernise financial platforms, expand telecoms and digital networks through advanced data analytics, enable digital services in government, and unlock growth in consumer sectors. Certified as a Great Place to Work around the world, Baringa has been recognised by the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and by Forbes for four consecutive years as one of the World's Best Management Consulting Firms. Our Risk and Compliance practice are looking for an experienced consultant to join our Financial Crime team. Baringa is committed to reducing financial crime and the negative consequences it has on society. Our business seeks to bring insight and perspective and have lasting impact for our clients, the environment, and on the communities where we live and work. We help our clients to better understand how Financial Crime can be carried out through their organisations and to put in place targeted controls, enabling them to manage this risk efficiently.

What you'll do

You will be working as part of a team to play a lead role in the following types of client engagements. You will design and support the implementation of financial crime target operating models for clients across multiple jurisdictions. You will assess and benchmark the effectiveness of firms' financial crime systems and controls against regulation and legislation. You will perform detailed risk assessments and gap analyses to identify areas of non-compliance and potential vulnerabilities. You will lead the development of policies, procedures, and standards aligned with regulatory expectations. You will facilitate workshops and interviews to gather requirements and validate solutions with senior stakeholders. You will interpret complex regulatory changes and translate them into practical guidance for implementation teams. You will prepare high-quality deliverables, including reports, presentations, and decision papers for client steering committees. You will manage multiple workstreams and coordinate with internal specialists to ensure timely and coordinated delivery. You will mentor junior team members and support their professional development within demanding client environments.

Requirements

You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant discipline such as law, finance, or business. You possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in financial crime, compliance, or advisory within financial services. You have demonstrable experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and sanctions compliance. You have worked with regulatory frameworks and supervisory expectations in at least one major jurisdiction. You have delivered consulting projects or advisory work in regulated environments. You communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and can manage conflicting priorities under tight deadlines. You are proficient in Microsoft Office and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. You hold a clean professional record with no breaches of regulatory standards. You are able to relocate to Sofia, Bulgaria and obtain a local working visa if required.

Nice to have

Experience in financial services regulation and supervisory dialogue is preferred. Familiarity with advanced data analytics and technology tools in compliance is advantageous. Knowledge of payment systems and transaction monitoring is valued. Experience in transformation programmes within large institutions is a benefit.

Practical notes

The role is based in Sofia, Bulgaria. The engagement type is full-time consulting. Travel may be required within the region as part of client projects. Candidates must be eligible to relocate to Bulgaria and meet local visa requirements. The position is open to candidates who can start at short notice.