Director Anti-Money Laundering

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Director to lead Anti-Money Laundering policy for a fixed term period to July 2027. This is a newly established position in the Ministry of Justice's Policy Group, designed to bring strategic oversight and leadership to two policy teams focused on delivering our AML/CFT work programme.

The Ministry of Justice plays a leading role in the AML/CFT system, including administering the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Act 2009. We are responsible for delivering legislative changes, monitoring the system, leading cross-system co-ordination, governance and stewardship, and leading New Zealand's international engagement.

This is an exciting time to contribute to our AML work. New Zealand\'s approach to AML is undergoing significant system-level change. Our programme of work is significant in scale, complex, and fast-paced. The Ministry is overseeing substantial regulatory change and has a leadership role in the development and delivery of a National Strategy for AML and a supporting action plan. At the same time, we are preparing for our next Financial Action Taskforce country evaluation.

The Director will maintain oversight of the delivery of the breadth of the work programme, and play a key role in managing relationships with a range of government and industry stakeholders, as well as our international counterparts. International travel will be required from time to time.

The AML policy functions sit within the Criminal Justice Unit, in the Ministry\'s Policy Group. Successful candidates are appointed to the Policy Group.

Ō Pūkenga/Skills And Experience

To be successful in the Director role you will have:

• Strategic leadership skills – experience in leading others in significant, complex, cross-agency projects in a dynamic environment.
• Relationship skills – strong skills in engaging diverse internal and external stakeholders, and incorporating their perspectives.
• Advisory skills – extensive knowledge of machinery of government, public policy, and reporting processes, and the ability to anticipate risks and test analyses.
• Communication skills – excellent written and oral communication skills, in particular, the ability to present complex issues in an accessible way.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we\'re committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa. Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What\'s great about working here

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• Flexible work hours where possible
• An online professional development portal
• Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $148,972 and $206,570 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on Thursday, 18 September; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz

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