AML/CTF Analyst – Risk & Compliance Specialist

Clayton Utz; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton Utz is seeking an Analyst for its National Risk Team in Sydney to support AML/CTF compliance. You will conduct initial CDD, perform ongoing monitoring, and maintain client records to ensure risk-based decision making.

Ideal candidates have tertiary qualifications in law, business, or finance, and strong skills in Word, Excel, communication, and attention to detail. This role offers opportunities to contribute to AML/CTF process improvements within a top Australian law firm.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in law, business, finance, or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial CDD and review client documentation.
• Perform risk screenings and identify beneficial ownership.
• Undertake open source research for client risk context.
• Identify and escalate higher-risk issues and perform enhanced CDD.
• Monitor client relationships and transactions for AML/CTF risks.
• Maintain up-to-date client risk assessments and due diligence records.
• Interpret regulations and internal policies to support risk-based decisions.
• Contribute to AML/CTF process improvements and respond to queries.

Skills

Word

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Law degree

Business degree

Finance degree

Job description

Clayton Utz is seeking an Analyst for its National Risk Team in Sydney to support AML/CTF compliance. You will conduct initial CDD, perform ongoing monitoring, and maintain client records to ensure risk-based decision making.

Ideal candidates have tertiary qualifications in law, business, or finance, and strong skills in Word, Excel, communication, and attention to detail. This role offers opportunities to contribute to AML/CTF process improvements within a top Australian law firm.