Job Title: AMLCO (Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer)
Department: Compliance
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Reporting To: Regional Head of Compliance / Group Chief Compliance Officer

POSITION SUMMARY

The AMLCO will act as the designated Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer under Section 56 of the New Zealand AML/CFT Act 2009, holding primary responsibility for developing, implementing, and maintaining the AML/CFT Program in New Zealand.
This role includes the authority and accountability to manage AML/CFT risk, oversee suspicious activity reporting, ensure regulatory compliance, and support ACE’s enterprise-wide risk and governance standards. The AMLCO will also serve as the central point of contact with theDepartment of Internal Affairs (DIA) and other relevant regulatory bodies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAML/CFT PROGRAM OVERSIGHT

• Serve as the appointed AMLCO under the AML/CFT Act 2009.
• Develop, implement, and maintain ACE’s AML/CFT Program in New Zealand.
• Ensure the AML/CFT Program remains aligned with evolving local and international laws, including FATF standards.

Qualifications & ExperienceRequirementDetailsEducationBachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related fieldCertificationsACAMS, ICA, ACFCS, or equivalent AML qualification (preferred)Experience5+ years of experience in AML/CFT compliance roles in financial servicesRegulatory ExposureStrong track record engaging with regulators, particularly within the NZ environmentTechnical ProficiencyKnowledge of SAR/PTR filings, CDD/EDD, sanctions compliance, risk profilingCommunicationExcellent verbal and written communication with ability to simplify complex guidanceAnalytical SkillsHigh attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and risk-based decision-makingKey Competencies

• In-depth understanding of New Zealand AML/CFT legislation and FATF standards
• Experience preparing for and responding to regulatory audits and reviews
• Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
• Proven ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them operationally
• Resilience under pressure, with capability to manage multiple regulatory deadline

This AMLCO role is pivotal to ACE’s expansion in New Zealand and across the Asia-Pacific region. The position contributes directly to:

• Strengthening regional risk governance
• Supporting global licensing and AML/CFT obligations
• Integrating AI-driven monitoring tools and real-time compliance controls
• Promoting ethical conduct and compliance-first culture within a rapidly growing fintec