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McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm with a proud 100 year history, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.       

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson combines a century of experience with a modern, collaborative approach, making us a big firm, without the attitude.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and confident problem-solver to join our Risk and Compliance team as an AML/CTF and Compliance Analyst.

The purpose of this role is to assist us meet our obligations under Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) regime, as well as supporting our conflicts management and matter intake processes.   

Working in the role, you will be responsible for conducting and overseeing Customer Due Diligence (CDD) in accordance with the firm’s AML/CTF program. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating and managing CDD cases within our electronic CDD platform;
• Liaising with clients to obtain and verify identification and beneficial ownership information and other required documentation;
• Reviewing documentation and assessing risk in line with our AML/CTF program;
• Monitoring outstanding CDD requirements and ensuring timely completion;
• Liaising with legal teams, the Risk and Compliance team, and other stakeholders as required;
• Escalating high-risk or complex matters, including to the AML/CTF compliance officer; and
• Assisting with other AML/CTF-related compliance tasks as required.

You will also assist in managing other compliance issues arising during the matter intake process as required, including:

• Reviewing and analysing conflicts search reports, identifying potential legal and commercial conflicts, and liaising with legal teams;
• Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of information barriers; and
• Assisting with matter opening and related matter intake tasks.

Experience

This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, a passion for compliance, and experience in professional services.

As the successful candidate, you will ideally have:

• Experience handling CDD/KYC or other aspects of AML/CTF compliance, conflicts of interest, or similar compliance issues within a legal, financial services, or similar professional services environment;
• Experience using compliance or practice management software;
• The ability to interpret and critically evaluate documents and information and escalate issues when appropriate;
• Excellent communication skills and confidence liaising with clients and senior lawyers;
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail; and
• The ability to manage competing deadlines and work under pressure.

Benefits

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• In-house barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and Diversity 

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

Our commitment is to create an accessible and informed workplace, where we can collectively make a difference for everyone, including people with disability, to gain equal opportunities and grow their career at McR. This is our commitment to diversity and inclusion and how we bring to life our McR values.

An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly – Diversity Law Firm of the Year.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button and submit your application online. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.