Compliance Specialist
The role is responsible for actively supporting the Senior Compliance Officers and Head of Legal & Compliance in managing compliance, AML, sanctions and financial crime risks across various business and support units at the Australia Branch.
* Provide sound and responsive advice and support on current and developments of key laws and regulations to support the businesses of the bank.
* Assist with development, review and implementation of relevant policies and frameworks including gap and impact analysis.
* Assist to ensure appropriate procedures and guidance are developed to allow compliance and regulatory risk matters, including licensing matters, and deliverables to be managed effectively, on a daily basis.
* Review documentation and materials to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, liaising and resolving any such issues.
* Assist to maintain regulatory relationships and have good knowledge of regulators and the ability to engage with them where necessary.
Key qualifications include:
* Minimum 5 - 7 years' working experience in the financial crime and/or Compliance function in wholesale banking.
* Degree qualified in finance or related discipline with a demonstration of continued professional development in compliance, AML, sanctions and financial crime areas.
* Good working knowledge of banking and financial services regulations and best practices including areas on AML/CTF, sanctions and financial crimes.
* Good working wholesale banking product knowledge.
* Sound ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements and Group policies to wholesale banking products and services.
* Ability to develop and execute frameworks and solutions for implementation.
* Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
* Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgement.
* Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
* Good stakeholder management skills, including senior and international stakeholders.
* Strong time management skills with the ability to meet timelines and achieve objectives.
* Ability to work independently and within a team.
* Good understanding of risk expectations of regulators and the ability to engage with them where necessary.
Benefits include:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Dynamic environment that supports development and recognises achievements.
Job Requirements
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Quality Assurance
Industry: Banking
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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