Compliance & Operations Lead: AML/CTF & AI Ops

Impel Management; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsorship available

Job summary

Impel Management seeks a seasoned compliance and operations professional to join our Sydney CBD firm in a hybrid role. You will own the AML/CTF program end-to-end while rolling up your sleeves to keep a busy practice running smoothly.

You’ll embed and mature AML/CTF governance, support the Chief Operations Manager on ad hoc projects, and drive process improvements across the firm. A practical, hands-on attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in a compliance role with AML/CTF experience.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with sound judgement on escalations.
• Confident communicating with partners and staff at every level.
• Highly organised and able to juggle BAU compliance with shifting priorities.
• Roll-up-your-sleeves attitude and practical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory and professional obligations, including AML/CTF requirements.
• Maintain and develop appropriate compliance and risk management frameworks.
• Provide advice and support on AML/CTF queries across the business.
• Support the AMLCO, including drafting and reviewing risk assessments for clients and matters.
• Deliver AML/CTF training across the business.
• Oversee the annual renewal of the Law Society Limitation of Liability scheme.
• Undertake internal reporting and fulfil external reporting requirements.
• Support firm-wide strategic projects, including process automation and the adoption of AI tools.
• Drive AI-related initiatives to improve efficiency and resource utilisation.
• Renew and administer insurance policies.
• Manage building operations, liaising with the landlord and other suppliers.
• Manage library and other knowledge-related subscriptions and renewals.

Skills

AML/CTF

Regulatory compliance

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in law or business

Job description

Impel Management seeks a seasoned compliance and operations professional to join our Sydney CBD firm in a hybrid role. You will own the AML/CTF program end-to-end while rolling up your sleeves to keep a busy practice running smoothly.

You’ll embed and mature AML/CTF governance, support the Chief Operations Manager on ad hoc projects, and drive process improvements across the firm. A practical, hands-on attitude is essential.