AML/CTF Compliance Team Lead — Risk & Programs

Clayton Utz; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

AIA Vitality partnership discounts

Additional leave options

Job summary

Clayton Utz is seeking an experienced AML/CTF Compliance Team Leader to join our National Risk & Compliance team in Sydney. You will lead a team of Analysts, work closely with the AML/CTF Compliance Officer, and shape the firm’s AML/CTF program to meet regulatory obligations.

You will oversee day-to-day activities, drive continuous improvement, provide SME guidance, and ensure effective client due diligence, monitoring, and reporting to AUSTRAC.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in an AML/CTF compliance role.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of AUSTRAC requirements and AML/CTF legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of AML/CTF Compliance Analysts, overseeing workflows, allocating tasks and setting priorities.
• Provide guidance on identifying and escalating potential risks, and facilitate training to build a strong compliance culture.
• Manage and triage client due diligence requests, including enhanced due diligence, and oversee ongoing monitoring of client relationships and transactions.
• Assist the AML/CTF Compliance Officer with the continuous improvement of the firm's AML/CTF program, policies, procedures and controls.
• Act as a subject matter expert and first point of contact for stakeholders on AML/CTF program application and compliance.
• Conduct controls, quality assurance and monitoring of AML/CTF processes, and maintain accurate registers and records.
• Report to senior management and AUSTRAC and stay updated on changes in AML/CTF legislation.

Skills

Team leadership

AML/CTF compliance

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Training & mentoring

Education

Law, business or finance degree

Job description

Clayton Utz is seeking an experienced AML/CTF Compliance Team Leader to join our National Risk & Compliance team in Sydney. You will lead a team of Analysts, work closely with the AML/CTF Compliance Officer, and shape the firm’s AML/CTF program to meet regulatory obligations.

You will oversee day-to-day activities, drive continuous improvement, provide SME guidance, and ensure effective client due diligence, monitoring, and reporting to AUSTRAC.