AML Regulatory & Governance Reporting Professional – Risk and Ethics

PwC

AML Regulatory & Governance Reporting professional at PwC Australia ensuring compliance in AML/CTF and regulatory requirements. Leading reporting processes and collaborating with various business units in Australia.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeSydney • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSeniorLead💰 A$89,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, development, and delivery of regular AML/CTF/Sanctions reports to the Board, Risk Committee, and senior leadership, including succinct “AUSTRAC Readiness” updates that reference regulatory expectations.
Own the management of Unusual Matter Reviews (UMR) and Suspicious Matter Reporting (SMR) processes, ensuring timely, high-quality assessments, robust quality assurance, clear decision-making, prevention of tipping-off, and accurate regulatory submissions.
Oversee preparation of the annual compliance report and other statutory regulatory submissions with robust quality assurance and tipping-off controls.
Collaborate closely with the AMLCO, business units, and second-line functions to ensure reporting and suspicious activity processes are accurate, proportionate, and commercially relevant.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience (7+ years) in AML/CTF/Sanctions governance, regulatory reporting, and management of UMR and SMR within regulated professional services, financial services, or Big 4 environments.
Proven track record preparing high-quality board and Risk Committee reporting and engaging with regulators (including AUSTRAC or equivalent).
Deep understanding of AML/CTF Act, AU Sanctions Act, AUSTRAC & ASO expectations, suspicious activity reporting obligations, and risk-based compliance frameworks.
Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to translate complex information for senior audiences.
Desirable: Experience in professional services or DNFBP sectors, relevant certifications such as CAMS or ICA Diploma, and familiarity with data analytics and reporting automation tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous leave entitlements including four weeks’ annual leave and float public holidays to support your work-life balance
The opportunity to work with leading organisations and cutting-edge technology that challenge and expand your expertise.
Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work— balancing what’s best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together.
Clear paths for career progression supported by continuous learning and leadership development.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Regulatory ComplianceRisk-Based Compliance FrameworksQuality AssuranceData AnalyticsReporting Automation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInfluencing Skills

Certifications

CAMSICA Diploma