Senior Data Analyst

About the Role Join our team as a Senior Data Analyst in the heart of Financial Crime Operations (FCO).
As the Anti Money Laundering (AML) Systems and Data Analyst, you'll be at the forefront of fortifying our financial crime detection systems, tackling everything from AML to Counter Terrorism Financing (CTF), Transaction Monitoring, Politically Exposed Persons, and Sanctions Screening.
You will be unleashing the power of data and analytics to identify, manage, and mitigate financial crime risk.
If you possess strong analytical skills and an eye for detecting financial irregularities, we want to hear from you.
Project Mangement Produce and oversee regular data analytics deliverables related to Financial Crime Risk, including exploratory data analytics and end-of-month management information reporting.
Manage the pipeline of AML projects, identifying and triaging Transaction Monitoring trigger events, and prioritising the pipeline backlog.
Define and manage the process for new or modified detection scenarios, covering business requirements gathering, feasibility assessment, build, test, calibration, and decisions on implementation.
Collaborate with stakeholders to align pipeline tasks with organisational goals, incorporating emerging risk findings into actionable outcomes.
Lead the change management and post-implementation processes for detection scenarios, ensuring effective integration into operations.
Deliver recommendations from detection scenario reviews, incorporating findings from emerging risk assessments into actionable outcomes, and oversee the implementation of pipeline deliverables based on these recommendations.
Facilitate inquiries by liaising across operational, risk, and technology teams within the BOQ Group.
Ensure compliance with AML/CTF regulations and policies, while staying updated on emerging technologies and trends to enhance pipeline analytics Systems Support the development, implementation, maintenance and enhancement of Financial Crime Risk detection systems and data environment.
Provide application support for the Financial Crime detection systems.
Contribute to the development, review and update of process and system documentation.
Contribute to the design of technical data mapping from source to target including transformation rules.
Play a key role in data governance processes and procedures, including the definition, documentation, and refinement of business rules relevant to pipeline deliverables About you The following attributes will help you succeed in this role: Previous experience working in a similar role preferably within financial crime, data analytics or pipeline management activities.
Bachelor's or Master's in Data Science, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
Proficiency in programming languages and data analytics tools (SQL, R, Python, Power BI, Data Bricks)
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
The following attributes are highly desirable: Additional training/qualifications in Data Science and Financial Crime Risk e.g., Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS).
Experience working with Financial Crime systems - detection/transaction monitoring, screening and case management.
Experience in overseeing and implementing AML/CTF or Sanctions systems and controls such as transaction monitoring and sanctions screening processes.
Previous working in a digital banking environment.
Knowledge in data infrastructure design and development.
About Us BOQ Group is a truly unique group of challenger brands with a purpose – to provide a genuine alternative to Australian financial services for customers and employees.
Our family of brands (Bank of Queensland (BOQ), ME Bank, Virgin Money Australia, BOQ Specialist), each come with their own defined customer audience and brand personality, but share one goal – to build social capital through banking.
That's creating trust with customers, exploring staff potential and believing that tiny gestures and big ideas can change the world for communities.
BOQ Group's inclusive vision is to foster a workspace that values and leverages difference and creates new possibilities, a place where our people feel confident to bring their best selves to work every day.
We embrace difference and believe that our workforce should reflect the customers and communities that we serve.
Since , BOQ Group is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
In , we successfully implemented an innovative Reconciliation Plan, driving positive change and promoting inclusivity across BOQ Group.
Our Benefits At BOQ Group, we are passionate about creating an exceptional work environment that nurtures both your professional and personal growth.
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to enhance your well-being, provide financial security, and foster a sense of community and inclusion.
Here are just some of the fantastic perks you can enjoy as part of our team:

• Flexible working arrangement - Balance your work and personal life with ease.

• Discounted financial products - Enjoy exclusive rates on our financial services across the Group.

• Salary sacrificing options - Maximise your take-home pay with our salary packaging options.

• Paid parental leave with no minimum requirements - Spend quality time with your new family member without any worries.

• Purchase additional annual leave - Need more time off?
You can buy extra leave days.

• Discounted private health insurance plan - Take care of your health with our special rates.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access confidential support for personal and professional challenges for you and your family

• Access to employee network groups - Connect with peers through our First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTQIA+, Multicultural, Gender, Early Careers, and accessibility groups.

• Pride in Diversity membership: We are proud members of Pride in Diversity and actively participate in the Australian Workplace Equality Index.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Join us and be part of a company that truly cares about its people and community