* Multiple Permanent opportunities available
* Role can be based in Adelaide or Sydney (Paramatta)
* Full-time role - Monday-Friday between 8.30am and 5pm
The Financial Crime Surveillance (FCS) team is part of Westpac's Risk Division and is responsible for detecting, deterring and fighting financial crime.
What's the role.
As a Risk Analyst in our Investigations team, you'll play a critical role in protecting the integrity of our organisation and customers.
You'll conduct thorough investigations on high-risk customers with potential financial crime indicators, applying enhanced due diligence to uncover insights and mitigate risk. Your work will involve preparing detailed investigation reports, identifying red flags, liaising with internal stakeholders and providing evidence-based recommendations to help determine whether to retain or exit customer relationships.
Training and Support
We'll set you up for success from day one with:
* Comprehensive onboarding and training, including classroom learning and a 6-week new-starter framework program to build your knowledge and confidence. A dedicated buddy to provide ongoing support and share insights as you settle into the role.
* Flexibility after training – enjoy a hybrid work model with two days in the office and three days working from home each week.
What do I need:
We're looking for someone with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for uncovering insights that protect our customers and organisation. You'll thrive in investigative work and bring experience in financial crime risk management.
You pivot easily and embrace change, adapting to new processes, standards, and team dynamics. You're comfortable stepping in to support the broader FC team when needed, ensuring collaboration and flexibility. Thriving in a fast-evolving environment is second nature to you.
* Proven experience in financial crime investigations, ideally with 24 months in a relevant role.
* Strong background in transaction monitoring and investigative analysis.
* Knowledge of Suspicious Matter Reporting (SMR) requirements and compliance standards.
* Exceptional written communication skills to produce clear, concise, and evidence-based reports.
* High level of attention to detail and ability to identify patterns and anomalies.
Help us to stay one step ahead. Join us and play a key role in safeguarding our customers and organisation. If you're passionate about investigations and financial crime risk, we'd love to hear from you.
Why join us?
We're obsessed with becoming our customers #1 banking partner for life and we're looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return we're committed to making Westpac the best place to work. Here are just a few of the ways we're already doing that:
* Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates
* Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave.
* Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank.
* Lots of opportunities to 'give back' to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives.
Create your future today.
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We're all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community.
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