The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced financial crime analyst to join our Australia & Asia Financial Crime Team. You will be a subject-matter expert and trusted adviser to the partnership and lawyers on financial crime compliance in respect of new business. This includes the application of the firm's AML/CTF policies and procedures in respect of client & matter due diligence, risk assessments, complex and/or high risk queries, commercial approvals for new business and reputational risk advice. To be successful in this role, you will have: 1-2 years demonstrable experience in a Financial Crime environment in a regulated sector, or with a regulatory body or law enforcement; a degree and/or be qualified in either CDD/Compliance or have worked in a Financial Crime environment in the regulated sector, or with a regulatory body or law enforcement. an ability to handle complex and confidential matters, with total discretion; a proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our leading and supportive team; an ability to work to tight timeframes, collaboratively and at times autonomously; excellent communication skills and ability to demonstrate collegiality within a team; have a hunger to learn and develop, and be part of maintaining a market-leading practice. The team: The Financial Crime team forms part of the New Business Intake and Enterprise Risk ("NBI & ER") function and is well- established globally. It is embarking on an exciting journey to set up to align with the anticipated new regulations being introduced in Australia, and to align with shifting markets globally. The Australian team is primarily based in Sydney and Melbourne, and we work closely with our global colleagues in the UK and Asia. What you can expect from us: We’re a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions. We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you. We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals. We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you’ll have it and we’ll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control. For more benefits on offer such as our 26 weeks paid parental leave, holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click/ copy this link into your browser - https://marketing.hsfkramer.com/20/33497/landing-pages/hsf-kramer-australia-benefits-brochure.pdf . Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia’s market leading law firm. We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding. For any questions or a confidential discussion, please contact Donella Gressieux, Senior Recruitment Adviser on Donella.Gressieux@hsfkramer.com. This vacancy is being managed directly by the HSF Kramer Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional assistance. Thank you. Team General Counsel and Risk Working Pattern Full time Location Sydney Contract type Permanent Contract Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.
