This well-established Australian business operates within the precious metals industry, providing bullion, trading and investment services to both private and corporate clients.
With a strong reputation in the market and a commitment to security, integrity and exceptional customer service, the business has built a loyal client base and continues to experience solid growth.
Operating within a highly regulated environment, the company combines specialist industry expertise with strong operational and compliance processes.
With a professional and supportive team culture, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Australian organisation within a unique and specialised financial services environment.
The Job
Reporting to the Head of Risk & Compliance, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation’s compliance and risk framework, with exposure across AML/CTF, financial crime, transaction monitoring, governance and regulatory compliance.
You will be responsible for the following duties:
- Conduct KYC, CDD and ECDD reviews, including beneficial ownership, PEP, sanctions and adverse media screening
- Review higher-risk customers, including source of funds and source of wealth assessments
- Conduct transaction monitoring and investigate unusual activity and AML/CTF red flags
- Assist with AUSTRAC reporting, including SMRs and TTRs
- Maintain compliance records, registers and investigation files
- Provide guidance to the business on KYC, compliance and policy matters
- Assist with compliance testing, audits and remediation activities
- Support regulatory changes and updates to policies, procedures and AML/CTF programs
- Assist with compliance reporting, training and broader risk initiatives
- Support third-party due diligence and insurance administration
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Previous experience within AML/CTF, financial crime, risk, compliance or a related regulatory function
- A strong understanding of KYC/CDD, ECDD, transaction monitoring and AUSTRAC obligations
- Well-developed analytical and investigative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The confidence to provide practical compliance guidance to stakeholders
- Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- The ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgement
- Experience within financial services, precious metals, banking or another regulated industry will be highly regarded
- Exposure to an AFSL-regulated environment, audits, compliance reviews or policy development will be advantageous
How to Apply
If you are looking to take the next step in your compliance career and want a role that offers genuine breadth, responsibility and exposure within a specialised and highly regulated industry, we would love to hear from you. Send your application or call Sarah or Jenny for a confidential discussion on 02 9002 5000.
