Sydney Asset Management Permanent We’re working with a leading institutional financial services firm in Sydney that is seeking a Senior AML/Compliance Officer to join their growing team. This is a full-time permanent role with a broad operational and compliance remit, offering direct exposure to senior leadership and high-value institutional clients. This position is central to the firm’s operations, covering client onboarding, AML/KYC compliance, deal processing and settlements , as well as enhancing and automating operational systems . It is a hands-on, collaborative role where you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, gaining visibility and impact. Position Summary You will act as the firm’s AML/Compliance Officer, ensuring adherence to all AML/CTF obligations, while driving improvements across onboarding and operational workflows. The role will also involve settlement support, reconciliation, and project-based initiatives such as process automation and risk management enhancements. Key Responsibilities: Oversee AML/CTF compliance requirements and client onboarding. Manage KYC workflows, Salesforce data entry, and liaise with banks and counterparties. Support Austraclear settlements, reconciliations, and custodian relationships. Maintain compliance and operations documentation (KYC, AML, trade support). Lead projects to improve processes, automate forms, and introduce AI efficiencies. Collaborate with internal teams, including the dealing desk, to streamline client onboarding and settlement. Contribute to the firm’s ISO 27001 certification through proactive compliance and risk management. Ideal Candidate: 5 years’ experience in operations, compliance, or onboarding within financial markets. Strong knowledge of AML/CTF frameworks and financial institution onboarding. Familiarity with Austraclear , custodians, and bond settlements. Experience with ALERT, CTM, Salesforce and advanced Excel. Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business, Law or related field (desirable). Personable, solutions-driven, and comfortable in a lean, collaborative environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an operations or compliance professional to take ownership of a critical role within a respected institutional firm at the heart of Australian financial markets .
