Senior Compliance Officer

4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Nuvei Full time
Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Compliance Officer & MLRO to manage aspects of regulatory compliance and financial crime prevention. This role is critical in ensuring the organisation meets its legal and regulatory obligations, with a particular focus on anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), and broader conduct risks.

You will act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer and may also hold responsibility for Compliance Oversight if required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary compliance lead for the Australian business.
  • Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations, including ASIC obligations, AFSL conditions, Corporations Act, and AUSTRAC AML/CTF Rules.
  • Design and implement internal compliance and risk management frameworks.
  • Act as the registered MLRO for Australia and the key point of contact for AUSTRAC.
  • Oversee the full AML/CTF programme, including risk assessments, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and suspicious matter reporting (SMRs).
  • Prepare and file SMRs with AUSTRAC and respond to any follow-up inquiries or audits.
  • Maintain and update the AML/CTF Program and ensure it remains effective and compliant with regulatory expectations.
  • Prepare and present regular compliance and AML reports to the board and senior management.
  • Lead responses to regulatory reviews, external audits, and internal inspections.
  • Engage with regulators (AUSTRAC, ASIC, etc.) on compliance matters and regulatory developments.
  • Lead on regulatory inspections, audits, and inquiries.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in compliance, AML/CTF, or regulatory roles within financial services, fintech, or banking, including experience as a registered MLRO or equivalent.
  • In-depth understanding of Australian regulatory frameworks, including AFSL obligations, ASIC RGs, and AUSTRAC AML/CTF regulations.
  • Track record of successfully managing AML/CTF programs, risk frameworks, and reporting obligations.
  • Strong knowledge of international best practices (e.g., FATF, Wolfsberg Principles).
  • Relevant qualifications such as ACAMS, ICA Diploma, or law, finance, or risk degrees preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, advise, and challenge at all levels.

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