AML Compliance Officer

Realty Group; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Central Tauranga location

Competitive salary + bonus

Subsidised private parking

Networking events

Shape AML function

Job summary

Realty Group in Tauranga is seeking an Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer (AMLCO) with proven leadership capability to oversee regulatory obligations and drive practical compliance solutions across the business.

Reporting to the CFO and supported by two direct reports, you will update the AML/CFT programme, train staff, manage audits, and collaborate with sales teams to balance prudence with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience as a compliance analyst or similar role.
• Tertiary education with CAMS cert or willing to work towards this.
• Sound understanding of AML/CFT legislation and regulatory expectations in New Zealand.
• Strong relationship management skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to read and interpret legislation and regulatory requirements.
• The ability to analyse information, make risk-based decisions, and communicate findings clearly.
• Experience in the real estate sector is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the AML/CFT compliance programme in line with current legislation.
• Conduct annual reviews, internal testing and manage the three-yearly AML audit process.
• Manage relationships with key third-party provider, First AML.
• Develop and deliver regular staff training sessions and internal communications to enhance compliance awareness and best practice across the business.
• Support the business with AML queries and interpretations of legislation.
• Monitor risk assessments, conduct quality control, diligence checks, and review trust account transactions for unusual activity.
• Prepare and distribute unusual activity, FIU, board and annual reports.

Skills

Experience as a compliance analyst or

Education

Tertiary education with CAMS cert

Job description

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Realty Group is the Bay of Plenty’s leading real estate company, proudly managing two iconic brands – Bayleys and EVES – with a team of over 500 people. We thrive on being fast-paced, innovative, and relentlessly focused on delivering exceptional results for our people and our customers.

We are seeking an Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer (AMLCO) with proven leadership capability, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to influence outcomes across all levels of the business. This role operates in a highly dynamic, deadline-driven environment and requires the ability to collaborate effectively with our high-performing sales teams while ensuring full compliance with regulatory obligations. It is not a role focused on ticking boxes; rather, it calls for a professional who can quickly build trust, navigate complex situations with confidence, and maintain the right balance between pragmatism and regulatory rigour.

With recent legislative changes reinforcing a more risk-based approach to AML compliance, this is an opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to put their stamp on the future of AML compliance within our organisation. You will apply sound judgement, influence outcomes, and drive practical compliance solutions that support both regulatory requirements and business objectives.

Reporting to the CFO, and supported by two direct reports, this is a full-time position (Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5.00pm) positioned at the heart of our business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update the AML/CFT compliance programme in line with current legislation
• Conducting annual reviews, internal testing and manage the three-yearly AML audit process
• Manage relationships with key third-party provider, First AML.
• Develop and deliver regular staff training sessions and internal communications to enhance compliance awareness and best practice across the business
• Support the business with AML queries and interpretations of legislation
• Monitor risk assessments, conduct quality control, diligence checks, and review trust account transactions for unusual activity
• Prepare and distribute, unusual activity, FIU, board and annual reports

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience as a compliance analyst or similar role
• Tertiary education with CAMS cert or willing to work towards this
• Sound understanding of AML/CFT legislation and regulatory expectations in New Zealand
• Strong relationship management skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to read and interpret legislation and regulatory requirements
• The ability to analyse information, make risk-based decisions, and communicate findings clearly
• Experience in the real estate sector is preferred but not essential

Why Join us:

• Fantastic central Tauranga location with Elizabeth Café downstairs, soon to be brand new premises
• Enjoy a competitive salary with access to the company bonus scheme and subsidised private parking
• Opportunity to attend internal and external networking events to stay current in all things AML
• The chance to shape and own the AML function in a high-performing and respected organisation
• Bring your AML expertise to a role where you will have the scope to influence compliance outcomes, develop best practice, and make a measurable impact across the business.