AML/CTF Officer (MLRO)

CMC Markets; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Days Leave

Birthday off

Charity day

Zero trades for staff

Learning & development program

Wellbeing hub

Five days in office

Free breakfast/coffee

Job summary

CMC Markets is seeking an AML/CTF Officer based in our Barangaroo office to lead compliance for AUSTRAC across two businesses—stockbroking and OTC derivatives. You’ll report to senior management and help maintain robust AML/CTF controls in a fast-paced fintech environment.

The role requires 3–5 years’ AML/CTF experience, strong knowledge of Australian AML/CTF legislation, and permanent work eligibility in Australia.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience as an AML/CTF Officer and a relevant tertiary qualification
• Thorough understanding of Australian AML/CTF acts and rules
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing relationships with AUSTRAC
• Eligibility to work in Australia permanently

Responsibilities

• Being the primary point of contact for AUSTRAC
• Reporting regularly to relevant CMC boards and senior management
• Ensuring CMC in Australia complies with its AML/CTF obligations for both businesses according to acts and rules
• Creation, implementation and maintenance of internal policies, procedures and systems for AML/CTF compliance

Skills

AML/CTF knowledge

Compliance management

AUSTRAC liaison

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

If you also believe that everyone should be able to achieve their financial potential, then you'll love contributing to CMC Markets' company vision of providing the ultimate trading experience. Seize the opportunity to progress your career in the fintech industry by joining a global leader in CFD trading and share investing. Grow yourself personally and professionally with a company that is growing with you, by global expansion and product offering. Are you an established AML/CTF Officer searching for your next challenge? We're looking for a skilled professional to step into a standalone role, based in our vibrant Barangaroo office. This is your chance to work across two dynamic businesses which includes stockbroking and OTC derivatives. As part of a globally reputable company established in Sydney in 2002, you'll be joining an industry leader with over 1.4 million active clients. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, fast-paced industry!

Why You'll Like Working Here:

• Leave benefits: Accrue 5 additional annual leave entitlements each year called My Days, as well as gaining an 5 extra annual leave days once you pass 12 months.
• Enjoy your birthday off to spend time with family and friends, on us!
• Utilise a free annual charity day to give back to your community.
• $0 Trades: Staff & family trading accounts with CMC Markets Invest have access to the best brokerage rates in the market - $0 trades for all domestic and international equity orders!
• Continuous learning: Our generous L&D program covers both technical, performance and leadership training, ensuring you're always learning new skills.
• Unlimited access to a dedicated benefits & wellbeing hub where you can save money through various retailer discounts, and make use of a variety of resources that will enhance your physical and mental wellbeing
• Collaboration: We believe that great things happen when smart people work together, that's why we've made the decision to work five days in the office.
• Office perks: Help yourself to free breakfast cereals, condiments, and coffee to fuel your workday.
• Our culture club provides opportunities for everyone whether you're into fitness, pizza making classes, socialising or bringing out your competitive side in trivia or lawn bowls!

What You'll Be Working On:

• Being the primary point of contact for all business dealings with AUSTRAC
• Reporting regularly to relevant CMC boards and senior management
• Ensuring CMC in Australia complies with its AML/CTF obligations for both businesses according to acts and rules, such as by continuously monitoring relevant legislation, performing controls testing, conducting daily review and clearance of onboarding and transaction monitoring alerts, and logging AML/CTF incidents or breaches
• Creation, implementation and maintenance of internal policies, procedures and systems for AML/CTF compliance

What Will Help You Be Successful:

• 3- 5 years' experience as an AML/CTF Officer and a relevant tertiary qualification (business, law, economics etc.)
• Thorough understanding of Australian AML/CTF acts and rules
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing relationships with AUSTRAC
• Eligibility to work in Australia permanently

The Things We Live By:

CMC Markets is powered by our people. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people feel confident to be themselves, feel valued and are able to do their best work. We don't just value differences and unique perspectives, we seek them out and we invite them in, because we know it will lead to better outcomes for everyone.