Senior Manager, Financial Crime Compliance (Governance & Change)

ING Bank (Australia) Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

ING is seeking an experienced Financial Crime Compliance leader in Australia to shape and strengthen our financial crime framework. The role reports to the Head of Financial Crime Compliance and MLRO and will drive governance, regulatory change and risk management across the bank.

You will lead a high-performing team, engage with senior leadership and regulators, and influence strategic decision-making while advancing transformation initiatives across the organisation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience within Financial Crime Compliance, AML/CTF, sanctions or broader compliance functions.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design, implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Financial Crime Compliance framework and AML/CTF Program.
• Managing financial crime governance, risk and control activities, including enterprise-wide risk assessments and control assurance reviews.
• Driving AML transformation programs, regulatory change initiatives and compliance uplift projects.
• Providing expert advice on AML/CTF, sanctions and broader financial crime compliance obligations.
• Preparing high-quality reporting and insights for executive committees, Board forums and Head Office stakeholders.
• Managing relationships with regulators and supporting responses to regulatory requests and reviews.
• Leading and developing a high-performing team while fostering a strong risk and compliance culture across the organisation.

Skills

Financial Crime Compliance

AML/CTF Governance

Regulatory Change Management

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Job description

A leadership opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Crime Compliance professional to play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening an organisation's financial crime compliance framework.

Reporting to the Head of Financial Crime Compliance and MLRO, this role will lead governance, regulatory change, risk and control activities while driving a strong compliance culture across the business.

This is a highly visible position with exposure to senior leadership, board committees and regulators, offering the opportunity to influence strategic decision‑making and lead key financial crime transformation initiatives.

What you’ll do

• Leading the design, implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Financial Crime Compliance framework and AML/CTF Program.
• Managing financial crime governance, risk and control activities, including enterprise‑wide risk assessments and control assurance reviews.
• Driving AML transformation programs, regulatory change initiatives and compliance uplift projects.
• Providing expert advice on AML/CTF, sanctions and broader financial crime compliance obligations.
• Preparing high‑quality reporting and insights for executive committees, Board forums and Head Office stakeholders.
• Managing relationships with regulators and supporting responses to regulatory requests and reviews.
• Leading and developing a high‑performing team while fostering a strong risk and compliance culture across the organisation.

What we’re looking for

• 10+ years' experience within Financial Crime Compliance, AML/CTF, sanctions or broader compliance functions.
• Deep knowledge of Australian AML/CTF regulations and financial crime risk management frameworks.
• Experience leading governance, controls, risk assessment or regulatory change programs.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging senior executives, Board‑level audiences and regulators.
• Proven people leadership and team development experience.
• Relevant compliance qualifications such as ACAMS, Wolfsberg or equivalent accreditation.
• Experience across banking and financial services environments, with exposure to complex and highly regulated organisations.

About Us

At ING, we’re all about making life simpler and more rewarding – for the people who bank with us, the team members who work with us, and the communities we’re proud to support.

Joining ING means stepping into an environment where your individuality isn’t just welcomed – it’s celebrated. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, inclusive, and supportive, giving you the freedom to be yourself, so you can do your thing.

Whether you’re taking ownership of exciting projects, thinking outside the box, or working with global colleagues, you’ll find ING is the kind of place where growth isn’t just a possibility; it’s a promise.

As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and Family Inclusive workplace, you’ll feel the difference in how we value and champion our people.

We make hiring decisions based on your skills, capabilities, and how you align with our values—not on ticking every box. So, if you’re interested but don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply.

We’re invested in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong. We’re your allies in helping you do your thing during the recruitment process, so let us know (email below) if you require any support or adjustments when you apply.

Sound like your kind of vibe? We can’t wait to hear from you! (One last note: We operate using a direct talent sourcing model, so no agency introductions, please.)

ING is Australia’s most recommended bank according to RFI Global’s Consumer Atlas Survey, January–June 2025 (n=29,510) when compared to customers of the 10 largest ADIs operating in Australia.

Need more? Contact Gail Cunningham on [e-mail]

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Applications close 6th November 2026 #LI-DNI

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