Senior AML Regulator: Lead Compliance & Enforcement

Marketplace; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 101,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Internal Affairs in Wellington is seeking a Senior AML Regulator to lead complex regulatory work, investigations and enforcement in a modern, risk-based AML/CFT framework. You will identify emerging risks, coordinate interventions and advise on legally defensible decisions.

You will work with a dedicated team, strengthening regulatory capability and engaging with businesses to promote compliant behaviour.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in regulation, compliance, investigations, fraud, audit, financial crime or law.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities in high-risk settings.
• Proven ability to influence outcomes with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high-risk supervision, investigations and enforcement work.
• Analyse information to make evidence-based, proportionate decisions.
• Engage senior stakeholders and provide trusted regulatory guidance.
• Coach colleagues and improve regulatory tools and practices.

Skills

Regulatory leadership

Regulatory investigations

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

AML/CFT knowledge

Job description

The Department of Internal Affairs in Wellington is seeking a Senior AML Regulator to lead complex regulatory work, investigations and enforcement in a modern, risk-based AML/CFT framework. You will identify emerging risks, coordinate interventions and advise on legally defensible decisions.

You will work with a dedicated team, strengthening regulatory capability and engaging with businesses to promote compliant behaviour.