Anti-money Laundering Risk Advisory Specialist

About Us

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At Endeavour, we’re totally into what we do. With a portfolio that includes Dan Murphy’s, BWS, ALH Hotels, Pinnacle Drinks and more, we love to bring people together. Together we share our passion for our products and industry; it’s what inspires us to dream big, and continue to create new experiences for our customers and teams across Australia. If you thrive on positive energy, we want to meet you

About the Role
- Work with a supportive team
- Love what you do and leave your mark
- A pivotal role within the AML function

Are you a financial crime compliance professional with a strong understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF)? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoy acting as a trusted advisor to the business?

We are looking for an experienced and proactive AML Risk Advisory Specialist to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in our second-line financial crime and gaming compliance function. You will provide expertise and support, conduct risk assessments, and help us identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory and operational risks.

Sounds good? Read on.

Here is a taster of what you can expect in this role
- Business Partnership: Partner with business and AML operations teams on AML risk matters, acting as a trusted advisor to improve compliance, risk management, and controls execution. You will also collaborate with our Financial Crime and Gaming Compliance Assurance team to facilitate a two-way information exchange on focus risk areas and procedural/controls uplifts.
- Risk Management: Assist in conducting ML/TF risk assessments on new products, services, channels, and technology in collaboration with business and change sponsors. You will also help with the Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment and its related reporting. You will stay abreast of regulatory changes (including AUSTRAC Guidance), analyse their impact, and support the communication of these changes and resulting actions to the business. You will also assist in managing the AML/CTF Issues Register.
- Review and Reporting: Review leading risk indicators to understand the business’s risk position against its risk appetite, which includes non-compliance/breach management and reporting. You will also review and maintain program adoption, approvals, and a suite of program and procedure renewals. You will be responsible for preparing reports and updates for various internal governance forums.

What do we need from you

Now let’s talk about you
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in an AML/financial crime compliance role within the banking, gaming, or a related industry.
- You will have a strong understanding of AML/CTF legislation, including the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (AML/CTF Act) and related rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of gaming regulation and emerging financial crime typologies is essential.
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, law, or a related field. Relevant qualifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or certifications from the International Compliance Association (ICA) are highly desirable.
- Proven experience in conducting money laundering and terrorism financing (ML/TF) risk assessments, as well as contributing to enterprise-wide risk assessments.
- You will be skilled in identifying, assessing, and mitigating regulatory and operational risks.
- Deep knowledge of the Australian regulatory environment and key financial crime regimes, including AUSTRAC guidance.
- You should be adept at keeping up with regulatory changes, analyzing their impact on the business, and communicating these changes effectively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft/Google software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint/Docs, Sheets, Slides) is required. You should be comfortable reviewing data and preparing reports for various internal governance forums.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to act as a trusted advisor to the business. You will be part of a collaborative team and must be able to motivate others and build strong partnerships.

What's in it for you?

The benefits are good too
- We offer flexible working in every sense
- An exclusive discount card for BWS, Dan Murphy’s, Woolworths, BIG W and other Endeavour Group brands, including our ALH pubs
- Monthly meeting-free days
- Your health and wellbeing is your most important asset, and as one of our valued team members, it’s our first priority. You will have a range of free services to help you live well and support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
- Endeavour Group is full of opportunities - use our dedicated learning and development options to grow an idea, yourself, and your career. This is just the start, so dream big.

At Endeavour, we value being a workplace where everyone’s welcome - if you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you t