AML Advisor

RWWA; City Of Stirling; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Learning budgets

Modern office facilities

Wellbeing programs

Free parking

Job summary

Racing and Wagering WA is seeking an experienced AML Advisor on a permanent basis to strengthen and enhance the AML/CTF framework and provide expert risk oversight across the organisation.

In the second line of defence, you will translate regulatory requirements into practical processes, contribute to the design and improvement of controls, and support training to ensure ongoing compliance and a risk-aware culture aligned with the Board's expectations.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of AML/CTF legislation, regulatory obligations, and risk management frameworks.
• Experience in governance, compliance, or risk oversight roles.
• Familiarity with AML/CTF control testing, reporting frameworks, operating systems and escalation protocols.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across business units and with external consultants.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Professional certification (e.g. ACAMS) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen and enhance AML/CTF framework.
• Provide expert advice, oversight and constructive challenge to support financial crime risk management across the organisation.
• Translate regulatory requirements into practical business processes, contribute to the design and continuous improvement of AML/CTF controls, policies and frameworks.
• Support compliance uplift and remediation initiatives, and monitor the effectiveness of risk controls.
• Provide guidance, training and subject matter expertise, ensuring the business remains compliant, risk‑aware and aligned with regulatory expectations and the Board's risk appetite.

Skills

AML/CTF knowledge

Governance & risk oversight

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Regulatory reporting

ACAMS certification

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Law, Commerce, Finance, or related field

Job description

The racing world is not just exciting, it brings communities together across the state. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) is at the center of this world and more than 24,000 people choose to join us in our quest to forge a sustainable future for racing in WA.

Our business is unique, which means we can offer careers which are interesting, challenging and diverse. Our values are important to us so, to be successful, you’ll have to share them. We respect one another, are accountable for our goals, connecting with everyone and bringing excellence to achieve great outcomes. We work hard but have fun while we’re doing it.

Job Description

About the role

We a seeking an experienced AML Advisor to join our team on a permanent basis.

As the AML Advisor, you will play a key role in strengthening and enhancing our Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) framework. Working within the second line of defence, you will provide expert advice, oversight and constructive challenge to support effective financial crime risk management across the organisation.

Partnering with stakeholders at all levels, you will help translate regulatory requirements into practical business processes, contribute to the design and continuous improvement of AML/CTF controls, policies and frameworks, support compliance uplift and remediation initiatives, and monitor the effectiveness of risk controls. You will also help build organisational capability by providing guidance, training and subject matter expertise, ensuring the business remains compliant, risk‑aware and aligned with regulatory expectations and the Board's risk appetite.

Qualifications

About you

• Strong understanding of AML/CTF legislation, regulatory obligations, and risk management frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in governance, compliance, or risk oversight roles.
• Familiarity with AML/CTF control testing, reporting frameworks, operating systems and escalation protocols.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across business units and with external consultants.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Commerce, Finance, or a related field are desirable
• Professional certification (e.g. ACAMS or equivalent) is advantageous.

Additional Information

Why join RWWA?

• Flexibility that works for you– hybrid arrangements that combine working from home with the benefits of our modern office.
• Investment in your growth– access to dedicated learning budgets and professional development support.
• A modern, people-first workplace– enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, wellness spaces, free parking, and secure end-of-trip amenities.
• Recognition that matters– competitive remuneration, employee benefits, and reward programs aligned to our RACE values: Respect, Accountability, Connection and Excellence.
• Wellbeing and support– access to mental health initiatives, wellness programs, and a paid Wellness Day.
• Community impact– contribute to safer wagering outcomes and positive community outcomes across WA.

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening, which will include two reference checks, police clearance and Australian Working Rights check.

At Racing and Wagering WA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Applications Close on 30th October 2026