Senior AML & Compliance Officer – Australia

Remitly; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision via Bupa

Life Insurance & Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Mental Health & Family FormingBenefits

Continuing education and travelbenefit

Job summary

Remitly is seeking a Compliance Officer and MLRO in Australia to lead the compliance program for Remitly Australia, reporting to the Head of Compliance APAC. You will manage regulatory risk, oversee AML policies, and ensure adherence to AUSTRAC obligations while guiding business opportunities within the APAC region.

You will document procedures, maintain training, monitor compliance breaches, and liaise with authorities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in compliance & AML, preferably in fintech.
• Experience with AUSTRAC and related obligations preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Document compliance procedures and update manuals.
• Act as POC for AU authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Provide regular compliance reporting to Board and Management.
• Oversee AML controls and day-to-day regulatory monitoring.
• Identify compliance risks and advise mitigation plans.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML/MLRO experience

AUSTRAC knowledge

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Remitly is seeking a Compliance Officer and MLRO in Australia to lead the compliance program for Remitly Australia, reporting to the Head of Compliance APAC. You will manage regulatory risk, oversee AML policies, and ensure adherence to AUSTRAC obligations while guiding business opportunities within the APAC region.

You will document procedures, maintain training, monitor compliance breaches, and liaise with authorities.