head of financial crime.

The Company

Leading Financial Services provider with offices nationally that cater to individuals, business owners and families that are looking to build long term wealth. They have won numerous awards in the financial services industry due to their excellent client care and way of tailoring advice to the best needs of the client. Great collaborative culture and friendly satisfying place to work. They encourage development of their staff. They have access to national and global research and investment specialists.

The Role

As a senior leader within the first line of defence, you will lead a high-performing team to ensure that every part of the bank’s operations remains compliant with strict Australian banking regulations, including AML/CTF programs and APRA standards. You will act as a key advisor to the Executive Leadership Team, translating complex legislative requirements and emerging criminal trends into clear, actionable risk strategies that safeguard the organisation

Strategic Leadership: Define and operationalize a proactive financial crime strategy that supports the bank’s digital growth while mitigating emerging fraud vectors.

Regulatory Governance: Provide high-level support to the MLRO function and oversee the management of all AML/CTF Program obligations.

Compliance Reporting: Ensure the integrity and timeliness of all mandatory

Operational Risk Management: Lead the transition between Line 1 execution and Line 2 oversight, providing expert guidance to the Executive Leadership Team on risk posture.

Your Experience

• Industry Experience: A minimum of 3–4 years in a senior leadership role (head of ) within complex financial services environment.
• Regulatory Subject Matter Expertise: Good technical knowledge of the AML/CTF Act, AUSTRAC reporting standards, and APRA prudential frameworks.
• Risk Domain Knowledge: Demonstrated experience in Line 1 risk execution and a sophisticated understanding of the Three Lines of Defense model.
• Stakeholder Influence: Proven ability to engage and influence at the Executive Leadership and Board level, with a track record of producing high-quality strategic papers.

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