Senior Financial Crime Compliance Manager

TL;DR

Senior Financial Crime Compliance Manager (Financial Crime): Leading the uplift of AML/CTF Act Reform activities for a major banking institution with an accent on regulatory interpretation and control enhancement. Focus on implementing risk assessment methodologies and ensuring alignment with Australian financial crime compliance standards.

Location: Hybrid role based in Sydney, Australia

Company

hirify.global is a world-leading specialist in food and agribusiness banking committed to providing long-term value for clients.

What you will do

• Act as a Financial Crime Compliance SME to ensure regulatory requirements are assessed and embedded.
• Lead and uplift elements of the AML/CTF Reform project, interpreting new legislative requirements.
• Develop and implement controls, processes, and documentation to support compliance.
• Provide input into group policies and standards, conducting gap analysis for the local AML/CTF program.
• Oversee methodology and implementation of ML/TF risk assessments across customers, products, and channels.
• Monitor and communicate impacts of new FCC legislation and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in Compliance or Risk Management within financial services.
• Strong expertise in Australian AML/CTF regulations, risk, and control practices.
• Deep knowledge of US, EU, and Australian sanctions regimes.
• Solid understanding of the Australian regulatory environment.
• Proven ability to design and deliver technical training to non-technical audiences.
• Relevant AML/CTF qualifications such as CAMS or ICA.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and inclusive team environment valuing diversity and belonging.
• 7-month fixed-term contract with potential for extension.
• Commitment to "Client Driven", "Responsible", "Professional", and "Cooperative" values.
• Supportive Talent Acquisition team for workplace accessibility needs.

Hiring process

• Application review and initial interview process.
• Potential for technical assignments or assessments.
• Legal screening required prior to start.