Manager - Forensics & Financial Crime in Risk & Regulatory Consulting
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia (Hybrid) · Full Time
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- Experience
- 5–7 yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 hour ago
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Education
- Relevant tertiary qualification
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the Role
Based in Sydney, this permanent managerial position within MinterEllison's Forensics and Financial Crime (F&FC) team offers an exciting opportunity to work on prominent client engagements. The F&FC department, part of the Risk and Regulatory Consulting practice, delivers comprehensive solutions primarily for the financial services sector, addressing issues such as money laundering, terrorism financing, fraud, scams, bribery, and corruption.
MinterEllison is a leading independent Australian law and consulting firm with a 200-year heritage, known for its excellence and strong client relationships. The firm integrates full-service legal expertise with consulting advisory capabilities, especially focusing on strategic risk management and opportunity unlocking. The firm embraces innovation, including AI technology to improve both internal and client-facing processes, and promotes sustainable work practices alongside diverse financial, social, and health benefits.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute client projects involving AML/CTF, financial crime, and regulatory risk domains.
- Assist clients in designing, evaluating, and enhancing risk management frameworks and control mechanisms.
- Perform independent reviews and risk assessments of AML/CTF programs.
- Participate in remediation, transformation, and regulatory compliance projects.
- Foster trusted advisory relationships with clients and relevant stakeholders.
- Mentor junior staff members to develop their skills and contribute to team leadership growth.
Candidate Profile
- Approximately 5 to 7 years’ experience in AML/CTF, financial crime, risk advisory, or regulatory consulting, ideally in a professional services setting.
- Practical understanding of the Australian AML/CTF regulatory framework and key financial crime issues.
- Experience with areas such as AML/CTF risk assessments, independent reviews, KYC/CDD/ECDD procedures, transaction monitoring, screening and investigations, fraud and scam risk management, and regulatory change or remediation initiatives.
- Strong capability in stakeholder management and project delivery.
- Collaborative mindset with a commitment to mentoring junior colleagues.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in a related field.
Commitment to Inclusion
The firm values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, genders (including trans and gender diverse), LGBTQ+ persons, and carers. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are especially encouraged to apply. Accommodations for the recruitment process are available upon request.
Additional Information
- Location: Sydney office with hybrid working option.
- Employment type: Permanent full-time.
- Applicants currently employed by MinterEllison are requested to apply internally.
- For inquiries or assistance during the recruitment process, contact Alexandra Hussain.