AML / Enterprise Risk Manager

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About this role

With the introduction of AML Tranche 2 regulations, Grant Thornton is looking for a motivated AML specialist to work with our National Quality and Excellence Team. You will report to the Head of Risk Management who will be responsible for implementing the requirements under AML Tranche 2 for designated services provided by Grant Thornton to clients. You will have AML experience and a working knowledge of Tranche 2 and its applicability to professional services. Your AML experience will include risk assessing clients and services, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), sanctions and transaction monitoring and reporting.

Key responsibilities

You will have acquired your AML skills in industry or professional services. Ideally you will be a well-rounded Risk professional with enterprise risk skills so you can support the Risk function in other Risk initiatives. You should share our passion for excellence and value a positive work culture.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Undertaking risk assessments for AML, gap analysis and review of designated services across the business
• Sharing regulatory insights to ensure we are at the forefront of developments in AML regulations, regulatory activities and compliance approaches
• Identifying and liaising with third parties to implement best practice CDD under AML requirements
• Work closely with the central client acceptance team to develop appropriate CDD procedures
• Designing and executing detailed AML compliance testing procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Develop a comprehensive training program for all stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition and meet regulatory obligations
• Develop appropriate governance frameworks and reporting mechanisms for Executives, our Board and Regulators

Skills & experience

Ideally you will have worked in professional services or within financial services and have a strong understanding of AML regulations and their application.

The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum 5 years of internal audit, AML or risk experience, managing the delivery of AML and risk engagements in a professional services environment or being part of an AML team within a financial services organisation.
• Tertiary level qualification or equivalent. Anti-money laundering certification would be highly regarded. Knowledge of AFSL License obligations desirable.
• Have a collaborative and consultative approach to working with diverse stakeholders with a proven ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders.
• Effective communicator (both written and verbal), with proven ability to communicate complex issues and solutions to a broad range of stakeholders.
• An ability to build successful relationships with a positive attitude to challenges and the agility to multitask effectively across competing priorities.
• Organised, efficient, and have a high attention to detail to deliver meaningful outcomes within specified timelines.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Have a continuous improvement mindset, be curious and keen to learn from others.
• Self-motivated and proactive.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.
 

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With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first:

• 9-day fortnight with no salary reduction
• Promotion opportunity | structured learning and development at all career levels
• Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts
• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave | paid secondary carers leave

• And many more!

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We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent.  Click here for recruitment support information and to learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Grant Thornton.

Should you have questions or require any adaptations or additional support for your individual circumstances so you may perform at your best during the application or recruitment process please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]

As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.

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