Our client is seeking an experienced AML Team Leader to oversee daily operations within a fast-paced compliance environment. This role is responsible for leading and coaching AML analysts, managing workflow and service levels, performing quality reviews, and ensuring escalated cases are accurate, complete, and decision-ready.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, support, and develop a team of AML analysts.
Manage workloads, queues, and service level commitments.
Conduct quality assurance reviews and provide coaching and feedback.
Review and assess complex AML alerts, customer due diligence, and screening outcomes.
Ensure escalated cases are well documented and supported by appropriate evidence.
Produce management reporting and performance metrics.
Identify process improvement opportunities and support operational excellence.
Assist with internal audits, reviews, and compliance initiatives.
Skills & Experience
2+ years' experience in AML, financial crime, or compliance operations.
Relevent degree desirable
Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of customer due diligence, sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring.
Excellent analytical, decision-making, and written communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
CAMS or similar industry certification is desirable.
What Success Looks Like
High-quality case reviews and escalation outcomes.
Consistent achievement of service levels and operational targets.
Strong team performance, engagement, and development.
Effective reporting and continuous process improvement.
AML Team Leader in Sydney employer: Job Capital
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