Operations Analyst (AML/CTF)

Since 2002, KordaMentha has been entrusted with some of the region’s most complex and sensitive commercial situations. We are an advisory and investment firm at heart, helping corporations, financiers, lawyers, private investors and government clients to grow, protect and recover value.

Our capabilities extend far beyond our core expertise

Fiercely independent, strategically local, and with a bias for action, we focus on doing what is right by our clients, our people and the wider communities across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Indonesia. We provide bold and impactful solutions that deliver growth, certainty and value.

There is strength in difference. Join our team and experience a career and opportunities with a difference.

We are passionate about supporting the broader financial services industry in order to improve its collective capability and in turn, strengthen Australia against the threat of financial crime. We adopt a highly collaborative and practical approach to solving complex problems. Our differentiator is our ability to provide practical advice that is gained from a combined 40+ years of experience. We understand the challenges faced by our clients because we have walked in their shoes. We are passionate about delivering workable solutions and imparting knowledge to improve our client’s capability.

Job Description

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists to join KordaMentha Implementation Services as an Operations Analyst . You will be part of the KordaMentha team responsible for the day-to-day operations of Anti-money Laundering and Counter-terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) & Sanctions, as well as general operational support.

Key responsibilities may include

• Identity checks and verification
• Transaction monitoring
• Enhanced Customer Due Diligence (ECDD)
• Name screening & adverse media screening
• Inbound calls and customer outreach
• Detailed investigations and customer risk assessments
• Quality assurance
• UAR assessment and SMR lodgement in AUSTRAC online
• General operational support

You will be working with a team of subject matter experts and will undergo our comprehensive training program, including potential opportunities to complete a formal AML/CTF qualification.

Qualifications

We are looking for people with the following qualifications and experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in either Business, Commerce, Financial Services, Accounting, Law, or relevant discipline/experience.
• 1-3 years of AML/CTF experience.
• A good understanding and knowledge of AML/CTF regulations.
• Strong analytical ability.
• High attention to detail.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet agreed timelines.
• Ability to act with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Effective relationship building.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Additional Information

If this is the role for you, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online portal.

We are seeking to fill and onboard several candidates quickly and will conduct interviews as applications are received.

Applications will only be considered from candidates who hold working rights in Australia and are currently residing in Australia.

At KordaMentha, we're at our best when different perspectives come together to solve complex problems. We believe better outcomes come from people with diverse experiences, backgrounds and ways of thinking.

We bring together the right teams to help our clients tackle complex challenges and move forward with confidence. That collaborative mindset is central to how we work. We foster an environment where ideas are welcomed, curiosity is encouraged and people are empowered to contribute from day one.

It's how we create opportunities and deliver outcomes that count for our clients, our people and the communities in which we operate.

If you're looking for meaningful work, real responsibility and the opportunity to make an impact, we'd like to hear from you.

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