Associate Director - Financial Crime

As an Associate Director you will partner with clients on a diverse range of engagements from AML/CTF and Sanctions compliance, risk assessment, reforms design and implementation, technology and data transformation projects across the whole reporting entity population. Your market expertise and experience will enhance our collective capabilities, helping clients navigate the complexities of Australia's financial crime risk management and compliance obligations. You will ensure they understand their responsibilities to protect their organisations and the community against financial crimes.

• Reporting: Deliver high quality reports, whitepapers, and insights that shape industry practices. Help clients to ensure all activities comply with financial crime regulations and standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Forge strong relationships with client representatives and industry leaders. Support open communication and drive collaboration across teams.
• Leadership: Support high-impact projects, using data-driven insights to tackle complex financial crime challenges. Make decisive contributions to the design and operationalisation of safeguards against fraud, money laundering, and other illicit activities.
• Communicate and Influence: Support strategic discussions and negotiations, influencing client direction and outcomes. Support transformative change through clear communication, exemplifying effective influence.

This position requires strong analytical skills, pragmatism, and the ability to support and drive team performance. If you thrive on tackling complex financial crime challenges and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!

• Experience in financial crime, including an understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and strategic problem-solving, backed by a solid record of high-quality decision-making.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex issues clearly.
• A willingness to travel interstate as required
• Strong team-building skills, with experience supporting and motivating a high-performing team.
• In-depth knowledge of the regulatory landscape surrounding financial crime.
• 6 - 8 + years’ experience in consulting/advisory and the financial crime industry
• Industry-recognized certifications such as ACAMs is a plus
• Previous experience in the financial services sector or a similar high-stakes environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Criminology, Law, or a related discipline

At KordaMentha, we offer far more than just a job—we offer an opportunity to grow your career, expand your professional network, and make a tangible impact. As an integral part of our team, you'll collaborate closely with senior leaders in a firm that thrives on innovation and high-performance culture.