Financial Crime Specialist

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Australian Unity Full time
About Australian Unity

Australia's first wellbeing company, established in 1840, delivering health, wealth and care services for our members and the community.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Crime Analyst to join our team. As a key member of our AML project, you will be responsible for ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient completion of initial and ongoing ECDD processes, maintaining client files, and conducting investigations on potential suspicious transaction alerts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of ECDD processes and maintain client files in alignment with Australian Unity's AML/CTF program.
  • Conduct investigations on potential suspicious transaction alerts and prepare high-quality SMRs.
  • Prepare regular reports on KYC, TM, ECDD, and Screening progress and provide status updates to the Sr. Manager and other stakeholders.
  • Investigate high-risk entities, reviewing data related to ownership, control, and ultimate beneficiaries, and identifying legal representatives and authorized signatories.
  • Work closely with business units during investor onboarding and ongoing customer due diligence processes.
  • Engage and collaborate with business, technology, and data stakeholders, as well as external vendors.
  • Manage the development of AML Program documentation related to program enhancements, revisions, updating policies and procedures, and field communications.
  • Monitor foreign tax status of investors and complete yearly reporting.
Requirements
  • At least 1-2 years' experience in similar roles within the financial services industry.
  • Preferred qualification in AML ACAMS.
  • Knowledge of ASIC and APRA, as well as AML/CTF and FATCA/CRS legislation.
  • Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • A strong sense of professional curiosity and purpose, with a willingness to learn.
  • Experience in using Atlassian tools such as Jira.
  • Excellent planning, organisational, coordination, and time management skills.
  • Proven experience in AML Transaction Monitoring Rule Development and Optimisation.
What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary + bonus program.
  • Enjoy additional yearly Well-Being and Community leave days.
  • 14-week paid parental leave, with equal benefit for both parents, plus our Bump to Baby program.
  • Employee Referral Program.
  • Employee Assistance Program – support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most.
  • Maxxia Rewards – a great range of discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants.
  • Discounts across the Australian Unity business, including Private Health Insurance, General Insurance, and more.
  • Available access to LinkedIn Learning courses through our great Learning platform.


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