Risk Analyst - Financial Crime at Westpac Group

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering, Financial Crime Surveillance, Compliance, Due Diligence, Risk Appetite Management, AML/CTF, Sanctions Investigations, Audit Logs, MS Excel, Financial Services, Written Communication, Business Metrics, Risk Management

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Create your best future and join Westpac as a Risk Analyst, Financial Crime Surveillance * 12 Month Max Term opportunity * Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide * Hybrid working model What’s the role? The Risk Analyst exists to manage and lead a multi-brand team within Financial Crime Surveillance (FCS) that deliver compliance and customer outcomes across all Westpac Group brands. Key to this role's success is to support the business operating model of your jurisdiction. Managing the various legislative instruments and or international regimes and conducting the required due diligence actions. This role will support the team and operational managers to deliver the required analytical work to meet legislative requirements and manage the Westpac Risk Appetite. This role will be actively on the tools to support FCS deliver to a high standard. It involves ensuring timely response and documentation of AML/CTF/Sanctions investigations, escalating high-risk cases per protocol and maintaining audit logs for compliance. What do I need? * Demonstrated experience or knowledge in Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crime operations is considered advantageous. * Basic to moderate level in MS Excel (essential) * Strong background in financial services or relatable industry experience * Strong written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and professionally. * Ability to utilise business metrics to manage operations and drive efficiency Knowledge and application of compliance and legislative requirements * Understanding and applying the principles of risk management Why join us? We’re obsessed with becoming our customers #1 banking partner for life and we’re looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return we’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways we’re already doing that: * Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates! * Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave. * Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank. * Lots of opportunities to ‘give back’ to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives Create your future today To get started, simply click on the APPLY or APPLY NOW button We’re all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, you can find out more information and additional contact details by visiting the "People with Disability and/or needing Accessibility Requirements" page on our website [https://www.westpac.com.au/about-westpac/inclusion-and-diversity/Inclusion-means-everyone-matters/disability-and-accessibility/]. We’re all about helping our people grow and succeed. Whether you’re a current employee, trainee, or intern, we’re committed to your career development Check out our FAQs and internal support resources here [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsm2.sn.westpac.com.au%2Fesc%3Fid%3Dkb_article%26table%3Dkb_knowledge%26sysparm_article%3DKB0082217%26sys_kb_id%3D06a3158c934d5a1035b8bbc47aba1009%26spa%3D1&data=05%7C02%7Cbradley.monks1%40westpac.com.au%7C619b621b6002443ff52f08dce131bf8a%7C57c64fd466ca49f5ab382e67ef58e724%7C0%7C0%7C638632850985687958%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UAFiSCoUqFDB%2F46rE%2FQACVYPf85AwJ2Vn5%2BXAMeV3Jc%3D&reserved=0].

Responsibilities

The Risk Analyst will manage and lead a team within Financial Crime Surveillance to ensure compliance and positive customer outcomes across all Westpac Group brands, supporting the business operating model and managing legislative requirements. This role involves actively using tools to support FCS, ensuring timely response and documentation of AML/CTF/Sanctions investigations, escalating high-risk cases, and maintaining audit logs.