Manager - Actimize SAM - Tuning & Calibration - Transaction Monitoring System

Job Description

Role: Senior Manager – Transaction Monitoring & Actimize SAM 9 Optimization

Location: London

Contract position.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead transaction monitoring (TM) optimization and tuning initiatives within a large-scale banking environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ** enhancing Actimize SAM 9 systems **, driving ** model tuning **, ** scenario optimization **, and ensuring the delivery of a robust ** financial crime risk monitoring framework **.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep expertise in ** Actimize SAM 9 , combined with strong stakeholder management, delivery leadership, and the ability to bridge the gap between ** technical configuration and ** compliance requirements **.

Key Responsibilities

• Actimize SAM 9 Leadership

  • Lead the end-to-end tuning, configuration, and optimization of the Actimize SAM 9 transaction monitoring system.
  • Define and execute strategies to improve detection accuracy, optimize thresholds, and reduce false positives.
  • Provide expert guidance on the SAM 9 platform, including segmentation, rule enhancements, and performance optimization.

• Transaction Monitoring Frameworks

  • Own the bank’s TM optimization strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and financial crime risk appetite.
  • Lead gap assessments on TM configurations and translate findings into actionable enhancements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define best practices for scenario design and data quality management.

• Data Analysis & Tuning

  • Leverage data analytics to assess TM model performance and deliver insight-driven tuning recommendations.
  • Identify challenges with cross-border, trade finance, and retail transaction data and propose effective solutions.
  • Develop structured approaches to reduce operational inefficiencies while ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Stakeholder & Project Leadership

  • Act as a senior point of contact between compliance, data teams, and technology functions.
  • Present tuning strategies, configuration changes, and outcomes directly to senior stakeholders.
  • Lead weekly project cadences, provide structured updates, and ensure timely delivery of enhancements.

• Team Leadership & Mentorship

  • Guide a team of TM specialists and technical consultants, providing coaching and oversight.
  • Act as a subject-matter expert for junior and mid-level TM resources working on tuning, optimization, and configuration.

Key Requirements

• Technical Expertise

  • Mandatory: Proven hands-on experience with ** Actimize SAM 9** (versions 8 or 9 preferred).
  • Deep understanding of **transaction monitoring tuning, optimization, and rule configuration **.
  • Experience troubleshooting data ingestion, managing thresholds, and segmenting scenarios.

• Professional Experience

  • 8+ years of experience in **transaction monitoring **, ** financial crime technology **, or ** AML systems optimization **.
  • Prior exposure to large-scale TM frameworks in banking or financial services is essential.
  • Strong track record of designing, implementing, and delivering TM tuning initiatives in regulated environments.

• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge

  • Understanding of **AML risk typologies **, ** sanctions exposure **, and regulatory drivers for TM optimization.
  • Ability to translate compliance objectives into actionable technical configurations.

• Leadership & Communication

  • Experience managing senior stakeholders across compliance, risk, and technology functions.
  • Excellent presentation skills with the ability to explain technical configurations to ** non-technical audiences **.
  • Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and ensure delivery under tight timelines.

Preferred Background

• Experience with **large banking environments **, especially those operating across ** corporate, retail, and trade finance products **.
• Strong knowledge of data management principles within TM platforms.
• Prior consulting or project delivery experience would be highly beneficial.

Role Highlights

• Position: Senior Manager – Transaction Monitoring
• Focus: Actimize SAM 9 tuning, optimization & delivery leadership
• Engagement: Contract
• Location: London
• Team Size: Cross-functional engagement with compliance, data, and technology
• Package: Competitive, based on seniority and expertise