Senior AML / Compliance Officer

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 :

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 .