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# Transaction Monitoring Data Science Specialist

- **Company:** M&G
- **Location:** Bannockburn, UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Big Data, Power BI, Systems Architecture, Test Data, Model Validation, Data Analytics
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/transaction-monitoring-data-science-specialist/49708090

## About the Role

logic.Assess rule effectiveness, false positives, and identify optimisation opportunities.Analyse data quality, completeness, and integrity supporting monitoring controls.Review data mappings, integrations, and technical implementations to ensure accuracy.Validate rule configurations, code, and expected outcomes through testing and analysis.Develop synthetic test data solutions and support MI/reporting through Power BI dashboards.Deliver recommendations, training, and knowledge transfer to enhance internal Transaction Monitoring capabilities.The skills you'll need:Strong expertise in Transaction Monitoring, AML, and Financial Crime controls.Proven experience in reviewing, validating, and optimising Transaction Monitoring rules and scenarios.Advanced data analytics, data science, and problem-solving skills with strong SQL capability.Experience analysing complex datasets, data models, mappings, and business logic.Good understanding of Transaction Monitoring system architecture, rule
frameworks, and control design.Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and documentation skills.Experience within regulated financial services environments, with knowledge of Financial Crime transformation, model validation, and team upskilling considered advantageous.Next stepsWe have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.TPBN1_UKTJ

## Description

with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.On behalf of M&G, AMS are looking for a Transaction Monitoring Data Science Specialist for an initial 6-month contract based in Edinburgh/Stirling. It will be a hybrid model.We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer workplace accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role.Purpose of the role:The role will focus on reviewing and optimising transaction monitoring rules, data sources, mappings, and technical implementations to ensure controls remain effective, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. The successful candidate will also support knowledge transfer and upskill team members, helping to strengthen internal capability in transaction monitoring, rule validation, and analyticsWhat you'll do:Conduct reviews and validation of Transaction Monitoring rules, thresholds, and trigger