Advisor Controls Assurance (Financial Crime Assurance) – Full time
Locations: Sydney Office – George Street; Brisbane Office – Newstead Village
Posted: Yesterday | Requisition ID: JR100821
Overview of the role
The Financial Crime Assurance Advisor plays a key role in supporting the Financial Crime Compliance team in the development and execution of the bank's Financial Crime Assurance Program. The role provides independent oversight, review and challenge to help ensure the bank's compliance with AML / CTF, Sanctions and Tax Transparency regulatory obligations, and contributes to maintaining strong financial crime risk management practices across the organisation.
Responsibilities
* Provide independent review, advice and constructive challenge over the implementation of AML / CTF, Sanctions and Tax Transparency processes across Group Operations.
* Assess new initiatives, respond to issues and incidents, and review existing controls to ensure they meet Financial Crime Compliance requirements.
* Support the delivery of proportionate, risk‐based assurance activities across the BOQ businesses.
* Implement the Financial Crime Compliance Assurance Framework through sample‐based control testing and targeted deep‐dive reviews.
* Synthesise, escalates and report the outcomes of assurance activities to highlight gaps, weaknesses and opportunities for improvement in Line 1's management of financial crime risk.
* Drive continuous improvement and support stronger financial crime compliance outcomes across the bank.
Qualifications
* Strong, detailed knowledge of financial crime compliance obligations, including the AML / CTF Act, AUSTRAC guidance and broader industry practice.
* At least 3–4 years of experience in financial services or a similar role.
* Sound knowledge of risk, control and assurance methodologies, including control design, testing and effectiveness.
* Ability to assess complex compliance environments in a practical, risk‐based way.
* Skill at building constructive, open and transparent relationships with stakeholders across the Group and in financial services.
* Pragmatic mindset and collaborative approach that supports robust and effective financial crime compliance outcomes.
About BOQ Group
BOQ Group is a truly unique group of challenger brands with a purpose – to provide a genuine alternative to Australian financial services for customers and employees. Our family of brands (Bank of Queensland, ME Bank, Virgin Money Australia, BOQ Specialist) each have their own defined customer audience and brand personality but share one goal – to build social capital through banking.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangement – balance work and personal life with ease.
* Discounted financial products – exclusive rates on our financial services across the Group.
* Salary sacrificing options – maximise your take‐home pay.
* Paid parental leave with no minimum requirements.
* Discounted private health insurance plan.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
* Access to employee network groups – First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTQIA+, Multicultural, Gender, Early Careers, and accessibility groups.
* Pride in Diversity membership – participation in the Australian Workplace Equality Index.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, follow the official BOQ Group recruitment link. BOQ Group is committed to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply, and we celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, expressions, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities. When you apply, please let us know your pronouns and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
If you are successful, a background screening is a condition of employment to ensure compliance with the Anti‐Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing Act. These checks may include identity verification, reference checks, criminal background checks, immigration checks, verification of academic qualifications, and bankruptcy checks.
Please note: Agency applications are not accepted.
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