Hybrid Senior AML Manager

at TMGM

• Job title: Senior AML Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Sydney, Australia

About the role

• Senior AML Manager overseeing AML/CTF compliance at TMGM, empowering clients in online trading. Leading risk assessments and regulatory reporting to maintain high standards of compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the AML/CTF function, including policy development, risk assessments, transaction monitoring, and reporting.
• Provide guidance and training to compliance staff and business units on AML/CTF obligations.
• Act as the primary point of contact with AUSTRAC and other regulatory bodies.
• Maintain and enhance the AML/CTF program to ensure compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory expectations.
• Oversee customer due diligence (CDD/KYC) processes, including onboarding, ongoing monitoring, and enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk clients.
• Conduct AML/CTF risk assessments and implement mitigating controls across client and product lines.
• Oversee the transaction monitoring program, ensuring timely detection and escalation of suspicious activity.
• Manage the review, investigation, and filing of Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs) to AUSTRAC.
• Monitor effectiveness of AML/CTF systems, data analytics, and transaction monitoring tools.
• Report AML/CTF risk exposures, breaches, and emerging trends to senior management and the Board.
• Prepare periodic AML/CTF compliance reports for regulatory filings and internal governance committees.
• Liaise with auditors, regulators, and external consultants as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 7–10 years’ AML/CTF compliance experience, preferably in CFDs, derivatives, FX, or securities trading.
• In-depth knowledge of the AML/CTF Act 2006, AUSTRAC regulatory requirements, and relevant ASIC obligations.
• Strong understanding of KYC/CDD, sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring frameworks.
• Experience managing investigations and preparing SMRs.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Previous experience working with trading platforms and high-frequency transaction environments.
• Exposure to international AML/CTF regimes (e.g., FATF, EU AML Directives, UK FCA, US FinCEN).
• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Finance, Business, or related discipline.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA Diploma).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for career growth and development within a global company.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment with exposure to cross-region operations.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements.