Senior Leader, Financial Crimes Governance & Capability at People First Bank

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Crime Governance, AML/CTF, Fraud Management, Sanctions Compliance, Risk Management, Policy Development, Control Frameworks, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Management, Regulatory Engagement, Change Management, Operational Execution, Strategic Oversight, Team Leadership, KPI Monitoring, Analytical Problem Solving

Industry

Financial Services

Description

• Shape a newly created role and influence enterprise-wide financial crime strategy. • Lead hands-on governance, capability, quality assurance and uplift initiatives. • Flexible location and flexible ways of working About the role: This newly created position is a unique opportunity to establish and enhance financial crime governance and capability across the bank. You'll have the autonomy to influence frameworks, processes and ways of working while building a strong risk culture and delivering meaningful change. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines strategic oversight with operational execution. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business to strengthen controls, drive capability uplift and ensure the organisation remains resilient to emerging financial crime threats. Specifically, this will include: • Leading financial crime governance, capability and risk management activities. • Developing and enhancing policies, procedures and control frameworks. • Driving quality assurance, quality control and continuous improvement programs. • Leading training and capability initiatives across Financial Crime Operations. • Monitoring and reporting on KPIs, SLAs, obligations, risks and controls. • Delivering actionable insights to support executive decision-making. • Partnering with Risk, Compliance, Technology and Operations teams. • Supporting regulatory engagement, audits and assurance activities. • Leading financial crime change initiatives and framework uplift programs. • Building and developing a high-performing team focused on excellence. About you: You are a collaborative leader who builds trusted relationships, develops others and influences outcomes through credibility and clear communication. You foster accountability, continuous improvement and a positive team culture. We also seek: • Extensive experience in financial crime, risk, compliance or governance leadership. • Strong knowledge of AML/CTF, fraud, scams, sanctions and regulatory obligations. • Proven experience designing and implementing frameworks, policies and controls. • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. • Experience engaging with regulators, auditors and executive stakeholders. • Demonstrated success leading teams, change programs and operational improvements. • Ability to translate complex risk issues into clear business outcomes. Qualifications: Qualifications in Financial Crime, Risk Management, Business, Commerce, Law or a related discipline are highly regarded, along with professional certifications such as CAMS, CFE or equivalent. Location: As our operational teams are based in Adelaide, Toowoomba and Brisbane, candidates from these locations are highly welcomed as well as Sydney and Melbourne based applicants. Why you’ll love working with us: People First Bank – our new brand – says exactly what we’re all about: people. We're committed to supporting and growing our team and creating an outstanding work environment. You’ll have access to financial and lifestyle benefits to support your success and individuality: • Flexibility and hybrid working arrangements. • Extend your salary with discounts on banking, health insurance, and shopping across Australia. • Advance your career with training, study support, and project opportunities. • Competitive leave benefits that empower employees to take time for themselves and loved ones. • Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing leave, mental health app, and mental health ambassadors’ program. • Make a difference with paid volunteering, Workplace Giving, and diverse community initiatives. • Be recognised for your contributions through our peer-driven recognition program. A bit about People First Bank: In March 2023, People’s Choice and Heritage Bank merged to form Heritage and People’s Choice Limited - Australia's leading mutual bank. We are now on an exciting journey to bring together our products, services, and technology under a single brand - People First Bank. We have over 700,000 members and 1,900 employees, with dual head offices in Adelaide and Toowoomba, an Australian-based contact centre and branches across five states. With a vision ‘To deliver positive change through banking’, People First Bank serves members and contributes to the community, while offering an inclusive, flexible work environment. We’re big enough to make an impact; but agile enough to influence and do interesting work. Apply online now: If this sounds like you, this could be the next step in your career. Click 'Apply' now and submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support candidate requests for adjustments to enable everyone to equitably participate in our selection process.

Responsibilities

Lead the establishment and enhancement of financial crime governance, capability, and risk management frameworks across the bank. Drive quality assurance, continuous improvement programs, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure resilience against emerging financial crime threats.