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About the Role
BDO is seeking an AML/CTF Compliance Officer at Senior Management level to support the leadership and delivery of our Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) framework. As a Tranche 2 firm, BDO will be required to comply with the AML/CTF Act from 1 July 2026, and this role will play a critical part in ensuring our readiness and ongoing compliance.
Reporting into senior leadership, you will take day‑to‑day responsibility for the AML/CTF program, supporting risk‑based assessments of clients and staff, maintaining robust controls, and acting as a key liaison with regulators.
About the Team
BDO’s Quality and Risk function underpins everything we do. We are committed to embedding quality into our culture to protect our brand, reputation and ability to deliver trusted professional services.
Our System of Quality Management (SOQM) provides a framework for continuous improvement, ensuring our services and deliverables meet professional standards and are appropriate in the circumstances.
Key Responsibilities
Manage BDO’s compliance with the AML/CTF Act and Rules
Lead the day‑to‑day operation of the AML/CTF program and AML/CTF team
Develop, implement and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures and systems
Act as BDO’s primary contact with AUSTRAC, including regulatory reporting
Report regularly to the Board and Senior Management on AML/CTF matters
Respond to regulatory feedback and support remediation activities
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
7 years or more of experience managing an AML/CTF program or framework
Strong knowledge of the AML/CTF Act and Rules
Experience communicating and reporting to AUSTRAC
Knowledge of the new bill concerning tranche 2 firms (not essential)
Experience leading onshore/offshore teams within an AML function
Familiarity with AML/CTF due diligence platforms (FirstAML highly regarded)
Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Bachelor’s degree in law, business, accounting or similar (preferred)
Why BDO?
Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.
Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.
We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.
Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.
Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.
With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.
Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
