Location:
Sydney or Melbourne
Contract:
6-9 month contract
About the Role
We’re partnering with a leading wealth management organisation to recruit a Financial Crime Analyst
into their growing Risk & Compliance team. Reporting directly to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MRLO), this is a hands-on and varied role that straddles both Line 1 and Line 2 activities, offering exposure to the entire financial crime framework – from client onboarding through to transaction monitoring and policy implementation.
This is a growth role within a team of 3, created to manage increasing regulatory demands and upcoming AML/CTF legislative changes. It’s an excellent opportunity to broaden your expertise across the end-to-end financial crime program while contributing to both BAU and project-based work.
What you’ll do
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Investigate, assess, and escalate AML transaction, trade, and customer screening alerts
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Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), and Ongoing Due Diligence across the client base
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Perform upfront analysis of client risk ratings and screening before accounts are opened
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Work directly with Operations and Front Office teams, managing escalations and discrepancies
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Assist with AML/CTF-related initiatives, policy changes, and internal reporting
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Drive outputs by applying sound judgement – escalating only where necessary and maintaining high-quality records
What we’re looking for
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1–3 years’ experience in financial crime, compliance, or risk within financial services (wealth management exposure highly regarded)
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Strong understanding of AML/CTF obligations and how to apply them in practical, business-facing scenarios
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Analytical thinker with the initiative to manage alert workflows and enquiries independently
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Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to explain findings clearly and pragmatically
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Relevant AML certifications (e.g. ACAMS) and/or a degree in Commerce, Finance, Law, or related field desirable
Why join?
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Exposure to the full financial crime framework – from frontline analysis through to strategic program development
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A role that combines BAU investigations with project work, giving you breadth and variety
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Opportunity to learn directly under a highly experienced MRLO in a collaborative team
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Strong focus on professional development and keeping your accreditations current
