This is a 2027 Graduate Program - Financial Crime role with KordaMentha based in Melbourne, VIC, AU KordaMentha Role Seniority - graduate More about the 2027 Graduate Program - Financial Crime role at KordaMentha Your career, with a difference At KordaMentha, your future starts here. From day one, you’ll work on real engagements that build your skills, confidence, and impact. We’re looking for ambitious, well-rounded graduates and final-year students ready to tackle real-world business challenges and shape outcomes that count. We approach challenges differently, asking questions like “What if?” and “Why not?” to uncover solutions. Our work focuses on helping businesses grow, protect, and recover value - meaning we support our clients through opportunities and challenges to strengthen their success. With our entrepreneurial mindset, no two days are the same, giving you exposure to diverse projects and real world problem solving. Our graduate program is designed to put you in control of your career. Skip the traditional rotations and dive straight into one of our specialist areas. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on high-profile and diverse engagements, with expert mentoring, tailored support, study assistance, and training to help you excel. Structured learning through KordaMentha Business School and our Accelerate program will fast-track your growth and build your professional network. At KordaMentha, we foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and integrity. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values diversity and encourages you to bring your unique perspective. We celebrate individuality and empower you to contribute, learn, and thrive. Through regular social events, cohort-based learning, and community initiatives, you’ll build strong connections and make a meaningful impact beyond the workplace. We believe in growing leaders who shape the future and actively invest in our team’s growth in tangible ways. This is your opportunity to start strong, learn fast, and make a real difference. Your career with a difference begins now. Job Description Your opportunity: Financial Crime Applications are now open to join our Financial Crime group for the 2027 Graduate Program intake. With emerging threats and vulnerabilities across all sectors, clients engage our experts for comprehensive solutions in financial crime disciplines, including anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF) and sanctions. Leveraging our extensive knowledge of Australian and international AML/CTF legislation and sanctions regulations, we assist clients by taking a collaborative and practical approach to solving what are often complex financial crime matters. Working alongside our Financial Crime experts, this is your opportunity to gain valuable experience across risk management, regulatory compliance and investigations. Make a real impact as, together, we help clients navigate AML/CTF compliance obligations and ensure they understand what they need to do to protect themselves and the community from financial crimes. We have opportunities in Melbourne, Sydney and New Zealand, so please indicate (from the listed options) which city you are interested in. What you’ll be doing: As a financial crime professional, you will be involved in assisting organisations in identifying their financial crime risk and applying risk-based controls having regard to their nature, size and complexity. While your opportunities will be limitless, you can expect to work on a wide variety of projects including, risk assessments, AML Program development and review, AML/CTF independent reviews, and training. Some of the work might include the following: assist with the test phase of an Independent Review conduct research on current issues and trends attend client and internal meetings write engagement letters and proposals report writing assist with business and practice development But it’s not all about work. You’ll be given a buddy to help you navigate office life as you settle in. You’ll choose a mentor who will help guide your career. We host regular events and activities, bringing together our close-knit team in a friendly and relaxed environment so you can get to know the people behind the professionals. You’ll also become a member of Accelerate, our young professionals networking group. You can also make a positive difference in your community through regular charity and industry events. Whether it’s volunteering at local food rescue venues or participating in a stair challenge or bike rides to raise money for children’s charities, you can get involved and give back. Qualifications You will be a recent graduate or student in your final year of study and will have: a bachelor’s degree with strong academic results, preferably in commerce, law, or criminology. a razor-sharp eye for detail and advanced critical thinking skills. excellent analytical skills, with an ability to think outside-the-box. a confident personality who enjoys working in a team. eligibility to live and work in Australia (Australian citizens and permanent residents only). Additional Information Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 29 March 2026. At KordaMentha, we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations, challenges, and opportunities with optimism, curiosity, and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches. Our team's diverse skillsets, backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMentha's different mindset. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicant's unique strengths and capabilities. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the KordaMentha team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Assisting with risk assessments Conducting research ✍️ Writing engagement letters and proposals Key Strengths Analytical skills Attention to detail Teamwork Research skills ✉️ Communication skills ️ Problem-solving A Final Note: This is a role with KordaMentha not with Hatch.
