Senior Risk & Compliance Leader - AML/CTF & Governance

Australian Compliance Institute; Victoria; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Compliance Institute is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to own and enhance the firm’s compliance framework with a focus on AML/CTF, governance, and risk management. You will lead key regulatory activities, establish policies, and drive awareness across the business in a senior leadership role.

Reporting to the CEO, you will oversee KYC/CDD, monitoring activities, and risk assessments while mentoring two direct reports and partnering with executives to strengthen governance and

Qualifications

• Experience within Risk, Compliance, AML/CTF or Financial Crime.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and governance frameworks.
• Exposure to AUSTRAC obligations and AML/CTF compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining AML/CTF compliance frameworks
• Overseeing KYC, Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and ongoing monitoring activities
• Conducting compliance reviews, controls testing and risk assessments
• Developing and maintaining policies, procedures and compliance documentation
• Managing regulatory reporting and compliance obligations
• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments
• Delivering compliance training and awareness initiatives
• Maintaining risk registers and supporting governance activities
• Partnering with senior stakeholders across the business
• Leading and mentoring two direct reports

Skills

AML/CTF

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Job description

Australian Compliance Institute is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to own and enhance the firm’s compliance framework with a focus on AML/CTF, governance, and risk management. You will lead key regulatory activities, establish policies, and drive awareness across the business in a senior leadership role.

Reporting to the CEO, you will oversee KYC/CDD, monitoring activities, and risk assessments while mentoring two direct reports and partnering with executives to strengthen governance and