Director - Financial Crime
20 hours ago
Since 2002, KordaMentha has been entrusted with some of the region's most complex and sensitive commercial situations. We are an advisory and investment firm at heart, helping corporations, financiers, lawyers, private investors and government clients to grow, protect and recover value.
But we are so much more than that.
Fiercely independent, strategically local, and with a bias for action to get things done, we focus on doing what is right by our clients, our people, and the wider community. Our diverse experience – from finance and real estate to law enforcement and the c-suite – enables us to make a difference for our clients across financial crime, forensic, performance improvement, real estate, public sector and restructuring.
We provide bold and impactful solutions delivering growth, certainty, and value. There is strength in difference. And we are different.
Job Description
Due to sustained growth, we are seeking an experienced
Financial Crime Director
to join our dynamic national Financial Crime team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with a team of experts in Financial Crime Consulting, leading initiatives in financial crime research, analysis, reporting, and audit services.
Your market reputation and expertise will enhance our collective capabilities, helping clients navigate the complexities of Australia's financial crime risk management and compliance obligations. You will ensure they understand their responsibilities to protect their organisations and the community against financial crimes.
This key leadership position requires strong analytical skills, pragmatism, and the ability to inspire and drive team performance. If you thrive on tackling complex financial crime challenges and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership
: Lead high-impact projects, using data-driven insights to tackle complex financial crime challenges. Make decisive contributions to safeguarding against fraud, money laundering, and other illicit activities. - Stakeholder Engagement
: Forge strong relationships with key executives and industry leaders. Influence decisions, foster open communication, and drive collaboration across teams. - Reporting & Compliance
: Deliver compelling reports, whitepapers, and insights that shape industry practices. Help clients to ensure all activities comply with financial crime regulations and standards. - Client Relations
: Manage top-tier client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor while articulating the firm's vision and maintaining the highest level of service excellence. - Persuade and Influence
: Lead strategic discussions and negotiations, influencing client direction and outcomes. Drive transformative change through persuasive communication, exemplifying effective influence. Shape firm protocols and initiatives, impacting culture and operations. Build trust and motivation, aligning goals with strategies for key stakeholders. - Thought Leadership
: Position yourself as a thought leader in the financial crime industry, representing the firm at conferences, in industry networks, and through published works.
Qualifications
8 + years' experience in consulting/advisory and the financial crime industry
Extensive experience in financial crime, including a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks.
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of making critical decisions.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex issues clearly and persuasively.
- Proven ability to build and nurture client and team relationships, driving initiatives and achieving strategic goals.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience guiding and motivating a high-performing team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Law, or a related discipline
- Industry-recognized certifications such as ACAMs is a plus
- Previous experience in the financial services sector or a similar high-stakes environment.
- In-depth knowledge of the regulatory landscape surrounding financial crime.
Additional Information
At KordaMentha, we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations, challenges, and opportunities with optimism, curiosity, and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches.
Our team's diverse skillsets, backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMentha's
different mindset
. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicant's unique strengths and capabilities.
At KordaMentha, we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations, challenges, and opportunities with optimism, curiosity, and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches.
Our team's diverse skillsets, backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMentha's
different mindset
. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicant's unique strengths and capabilities.
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