Aml Compliance Manager

2 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia Clayton Utz Full time

The role

We are currently seeking an experienced compliance professional to join our growing Risk team, with flexibility to be based in any of our national offices.

As an integral part of the firm's core operations, the Compliance Manager will be responsible for overseeing and monitoring the firm's compliance with Anti-money Laundering (AML) and Counter Terrorism Financing (CTF) obligations in Australia.

In an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, law firms face significant scrutiny regarding their compliance with AML and CTF obligations. The role of the Compliance Manager is essential to ensuring that the firm adheres to the stringent requirements outlined by regulatory bodies such as AUSTRAC and mitigating legal risks associated with non-compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with the Head of Risk, the Compliance Manager will:
- Be responsible for overseeing and monitoring the firm's compliance with its AML/CTF obligations;- Design, develop and implement the firm's AML/CTF program and maintain overall responsibility for the operation of the program;- Establish and implement protocols for risk assessment and reporting suspicious activities;- Follow and maintain knowledge of regulatory trends and changes to ensure the firm operates within legal regulatory frameworks.- Communicate and provide guidance to the business on changes and policies regarding upcoming regulatory changes;- Communicate and report on behalf of the firm to AUSTRAC;- Provide regular training and updates to technical and non-technical stakeholders across the Firm;- Support the Head of Risk with wider compliance projects and initiatives as required from time-to-time.

Key Skills & Experience- Tertiary qualifications in Law, Business, Finance or related field;- 3 - 5 years' experience in an AML compliance role, ideally within a legal or financial services environment;- Experience drafting policies and procedures, with exceptional attention to detail;- Experience reporting at senior management or board level;- Experience with conflicts management is preferred but not essential;- Ability to communicate and liaise with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, and effectively manage expectations;- Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks and deadlines;- Strong business acumen with the capability to influence and drive change.

How to Apply?

Consultant Contact Details

Nicole St John, (02) 9353 4928

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