Senior Manager – Financial Crime

Housing Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A government housing authority in Sydney seeks a Senior Manager Financial Crime to safeguard against financial crime. Responsibilities include developing compliance frameworks and fraud detection systems. Candidates should have proven experience as a Financial Crime Specialist, strong analytical skills, and a BSc in Finance. This full-time position offers flexible working in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Crime Specialist with advanced knowledge of AML/CTF regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the AML/CTF Program framework and supporting policies.
• Implement fraud and corruption detection systems.
• Stay updated with emerging regulatory requirements and guidance.

Skills

Financial Crime Specialist

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

BSc degree in Finance or related field

Job description

Housing Australia is the Commonwealth’s independent housing authority, established as a Corporate Commonwealth Entity in 2018 under the Housing Australia Act to improve housing outcomes for Australians. Housing Australia sits within the Treasury portfolio and is governed by a Board of non-executive directors appointed by the Minister for Housing.

Housing Australia administers several government programs, including the Housing Australia Future Fund Facility, National Housing Accord Facility, Affordable Housing Bond Aggregator, National Housing Infrastructure Facility, Home Guarantee Scheme and Help to Buy.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Compliance Home Ownership, we are looking for a Senior Manager Financial Crime to join our team and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organisation and our stakeholders against financial crime. You will be responsible for identifying, investigating, and mitigating risks associated with money laundering, fraud, and other financial crime. Your expertise will manage compliance with regulatory requirements and protect the integrity of our organisation. You will be required to build a strong working relationship across the teams to increase awareness of importance of these risks.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of the AML/CTF Program framework, supporting policies and procedures
• Assist in the development and implementation of fraud and corruption detection systems
• Maintain awareness of the current regulatory environment and stay up to date with emerging regulatory requirements and guidance as well as best industry practices pertaining to AML/CTF and sanctions
• Design and review Fraud policies, processes, risk and controls to meet regulatory requirements and operate within risk appetite
• Work with stakeholders across the business to identify, assess and manage financial crime risks

Skills and experience

• Proven experience as a Financial Crime Specialist with advanced knowledge of AML/CTF regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• BSc degree in Finance, or related field

We would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV, with a cover letter as one document outlining your interest and suitability, via LinkedIn.

We value diversity in our team and welcome all applications from all candidates.

This role is based in our Sydney CBD office. We offer flexible working in a supportive team environment, while making a difference in our purpose-led organisation.

Certain roles at Housing Australia require the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment.

No recruitment agencies please – we will reach out if we require any agency assistance. Thank you.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Management