AML/CTF Compliance Team Leader

The Opportunity

Clayton Utz is looking for an experienced AML/CTF Compliance Team Leader to join our National Risk & Compliance team, based in Sydney. In this role, you'll play a key part in the firm's Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) program, leading a team of Analysts and working closely with our AML/CTF Compliance Officer to ensure the firm meets its regulatory obligations.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced compliance professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and help shape the future of our AML/CTF program.

What You'll Do

As Team Leader, you'll oversee the day-to-day work of our AML/CTF Compliance Analysts, while also contributing to the ongoing development and continuous improvement of our compliance program, and acting as a subject matter expert for stakeholders across the firm.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Lead and manage a team of AML/CTF Compliance Analysts, overseeing workflows, allocating tasks and setting priorities, and supporting their performance and development.

• Provide guidance to the team on identifying and escalating potential risks, and facilitate training to build a strong culture of compliance awareness.

• Manage and triage client due diligence requests, including enhanced due diligence, and oversee ongoing monitoring of client relationships and transactions.

• Assist the AML/CTF Compliance Officer with the continuous improvement of the firm's AML/CTF program, policies, procedures and controls.

• Act as a subject matter expert and first point of contact for stakeholders on the application of, and compliance with, the AML/CTF program.

• Conduct controls, quality assurance and monitoring of AML/CTF processes, and maintain accurate registers and records. This will include reporting for senior management and AUSTRAC.

• Stay across changes in AML/CTF legislation and regulatory requirements, ensuring the firm's compliance framework remains current and effective.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone with:

• Tertiary qualifications in law, business, finance, or a related field.

• At least 5 years' experience in an AML/CTF compliance role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.

• Practical experience with client due diligence, ongoing monitoring and quality assurance, and a solid understanding of AUSTRAC requirements and AML/CTF legislation.

• Experience leading a team, including managing workloads, timeframes, priorities and people matters.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to uncover insights and drive improvements.

• Confidence building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels.

• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

Why Join Clayton Utz?

At Clayton Utz, we're more than just a law firm – we're a community that values our people and their contributions. When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• World-class infrastructure and resources to keep your skills sharp and ahead of the curve, including leading AI platforms, Harvey and Claude.

• A focus on health and wellbeing, with initiatives to support your physical and mental health, including lifestyle and gym membership discounts via our partnership with AIA Vitality.

• Up to 26 weeks' paid parental leave, with flexibility over two years, plus paid superannuation.

• The option to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave annually.

About Us

Clayton Utz is one of Australia's oldest and largest independent commercial law firms, with a proud history and a forward-thinking approach. With offices in six cities and over 1,700 employees, we're committed to excellence, innovation, and making a difference.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a high-performing compliance team, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Accessibility and Inclusion

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com.

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Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.