Job Description

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join McGrathNicol’s Risk & Professional Practice team and develop your experience in regulatory compliance and risk management within an Australian professional services firm.

The primary focus of the role will be assisting with Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) compliance activities, including customer due diligence, screening, monitoring and record management. The role will also support broader risk, compliance and governance initiatives across the firm.

You will gain exposure to regulatory compliance, professional standards and risk management in a professional services environment.

Core Responsibilities

AML/CTF Compliance

• Conduct customer due diligence (CDD) activities, including KYC and KYB verification, screening and risk assessments.
• Review customer information and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with AML/CTF requirements and firm procedures.
• Assist with beneficial ownership reviews, sanctions, politically exposed person (PEP) and adverse media screening.
• Monitor and investigate AML alerts and screening results, escalating higher-risk matters where appropriate.
• Maintain AML records and support ongoing monitoring and periodic customer reviews.

Risk & Compliance Support

• Support the administration and maintenance of compliance registers, records and reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of compliance reports, presentations and training materials.
• Support policy and procedure reviews and updates.
• Assist with monitoring adherence to firm policies and professional standards.
• Provide administrative support for risk, governance and compliance projects.
• Other tasks as reasonably required.

About You

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, Law, Finance or a related discipline.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyse information critically.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with remote teams.
• Previous experience in compliance, AML/KYC, risk management, audit, legal, banking or financial services.

Desirable

• Understanding of AML/CTF, KYC or regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience using compliance, screening or case management systems.
• Experience supporting an Australian organisation, including familiarity with Australian regulatory or professional services environments.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Exposure to Australian regulatory compliance and professional services.
• Training and development in AML/CTF, risk and compliance.
• Collaborative international team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to an evolving compliance function.