EL2 Director, Enforcement

AUSTRAC Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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As Australia's Anti Money Laundering (AML)/Counter Terrorism Financing (CTF) regulator and financial intelligence unit, AUSTRAC is responsible for detecting, deterring and disrupting criminal exploitation of the Australian financial system, to protect the Australian community from serious and organised crime.

AUSTRAC's unique value is our dual, interconnected regulation and intelligence functions, and our collaboration with industry and government partners in working towards the vision of a financial system free from criminal abuse. AUSTRAC's regulation hardens the financial sector against criminal exploitation, while our intelligence provides crucial information to national security and law enforcement partners.

AUSTRAC's Enforcement Team investigates serious non-compliance with the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 and takes enforcement action to restrict criminal abuse of Australia's financial system. The Enforcement Team's role can include commencing civil penalty proceedings in the Federal Court, issuing infringement notices and undertaking other administrative actions to support AUSTRAC's regulatory priorities.

AUSTRAC's Enforcement team is looking for a Director with demonstrated knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Regulatory Compliance
• Investigations
• Enforcement and civil litigation

What are we looking for

While we are looking for these capabilities, we consider transferrable skills and encourage applicants who embody AUSTRAC's culture and values to apply.

• Tertiary Qualifications - Tertiary qualifications in law, finance, justice or similar fields, as well as familiarity with government investigations are highly desirable but not essential.
• Investigate and Gather Evidence - Leads the collection and analysis of information relevant to investigations into potential non-compliance and implementation of risk-based solutions.
• Apply Legislation and Exercise Statutory Powers - Understands and applies the correct legislation relevant to the situation under consideration to solve complex statutory interpretation issues.

Key Duties

The Director, Enforcement under broad direction of the General Counsel/National Manager Legal and Enforcement is responsible for:

• Leading the development and implementation of key strategies, policies and procedures, and providing advice to senior management, to enable the effective regulation and enforcement of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006.
• Providing high level leadership, the Enforcement teams to deliver agreed outcomes through building and maintaining a high performing team with the appropriate capabilities and skill sets.
• Lead internal and external experts outside of your team in complex investigations and litigation.
• Exercising complex professional judgement in Enforcement matters.
• Contributing to the achievement of AUSTRAC's strategic goals.
• Representing AUSTRAC in external forums and liaising with external and internal stakeholders in building/maintaining networks.
• Exercising approved delegations in accordance with legal and other requirements.
• Modelling the professional work standards and behaviours detailed in the APS Values, Employment Principles and Code of Conduct.

To be eligible for this role you:

• Must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.
• Will need to undertake AUSTRAC's pre-engagement checks.
• Will need to obtain and maintain an ongoing Baseline Security Clearance

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is also being advertised under Affirmative Measures, to apply under Affirmative Measures you must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. For more information, please visit the APSC Guide for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

To be eligible to apply under Affirmative Measures provisions:

• Must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
• Provide evidence that you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

*Please indicate in your application if you are applying under Affirmative Measures, by ticking the relevant box in the application form.

Why AUSTRAC?

Flexible, hybrid work environment: We are committed to providing flexibility in working arrangements to recognise the importance of balancing work commitments with family, caring and other personal commitments of employees outside of work. AUSTRAC currently operates under a hybrid work arrangement.

Diversity and Inclusion: Our core values of diversity, inclusion, and integrity drive everything we do. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and those of mature age. We recognise that united behaviours and mindsets will support our agency today and guide us into the future.

Employer of Choice: We have a strong reputation as an Employer of Choice, renowned for our exceptional work culture and outstanding employee census results which highlight our dedication to creating a positive and engaging environment.

Closing Date

Applications close at 11:30 pm on 5 September 2025

For enquiries, please contact: Tim Lear at

Seniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement, General Business, and Other
• IndustriesGovernment Administration and Government Relations Services

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