Associate, Financial Services Regulatory

Overview

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The Financial Services Regulatory practice sits within our Funds, Superannuation & Financial Services (FSF) team and acts on some of the most complex and interesting financial services, consumer credit and AML / CTF regulatory matters in the market. As an Associate in our market leading Financial Services Regulatory team, you will advise some of Australia\'s largest organisations on the application of the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009, the Corporations Act 2001, the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006, the ePayments Code, the Banking Code of Practice, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission Act 2001 and the Banking Act 1959. Our clients include major, regional and international banks, leading buy-now-pay-later providers, non-bank financiers, and national and international payment platform operators.

You\'ll be given the opportunity to work on strategically and reputationally significant matters for our clients on matters like new product and business development (including drafting terms and conditions and product disclosure statements), regulatory change projects, remediation activities, regulator engagement, compliance uplift and ongoing strategic advice. You\'ll also support our broader clients in regulatory disputes (specifically in AML / CTF) and general M&A activities.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity based in Melbourne or Sydney. Hybrid working (60% in the office) is how we work; however flexibility matters at Allens, so if you are seeking hybrid working or are looking for flexibility in your work, we would be happy to discuss what arrangements would work best for you.

Your background

About You

You will have :

• At least 2-3 years PQE and experience gained from working in a financial services regulatory practice, ideally from a leading top tier, national or international firm, or a large in-house team
• Experience in consumer credit and / or AML / CTF law, gained either in private practice, public sector or in-house
• A passion to specialise and build a career in financial services regulatory, with a focus on clients in the banking, non-bank lending and wagering sector
• A desire to learn, grow, network and mentor others

Your development

In joining Allens, you will receive unparalleled learning and development opportunities. You will be challenged, supported and guided as you learn and develop, and will be encouraged to grow. We foster greatness, and will coach and support you to meet your goals and aspirations. Our unique Career Deal allows you to take control of your career and provides a transparent approach to career development. Our international alliance with Linklaters means we are able to support secondments all over the world.

Our perks

Our benefits include :

Allens is also proud to invest in our communities, giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issues as well as our workplace giving and volunteering programs.

How to apply?

We\'d love to hear from you so please click "apply now"! If you would like to find out more, please visit "This is Allens" or listen to our Allens Confidential podcast to hear real stories from real people about life at Allens. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Ena Pita, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant on .

At Allens, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people\'s differences across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, and family and caring arrangements. If you require adjustments to fully participate in our application process, please contact us at . We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if you\'re excited about this role but your past experience doesn\'t align, please express your interest by emailing us at . The right role for you might be just around the corner!

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