Country Policy Analyst // AML & CTF

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Contract
  • AU$850 - AU$950 per day

We are seeking a highly motivated Country Policy Analyst with strong experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) policy to support the policy changes.

This role will focus on monitoring regulatory developments, analyzing AML/CTF legislation and guidance, advising internal stakeholders, and engaging with regulators and industry bodies to ensure compliance and proactive policy positioning.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and analyze AML/CTF laws, regulations, guidance, and enforcement trends within the country.

  • Assess the impact of regulatory changes on business operations and compliance frameworks.

  • Produce policy briefs, impact assessments, and advisory notes for senior leadership.

  • Track developments from financial intelligence units (FIUs), central banks, and supervisory authorities.

  • Liaise with regulators, industry associations, and external partners on AML/CTF matters.

  • Support responses to regulatory consultations and policy proposals.

  • Partner with Compliance, Legal, Risk, and Operations teams to interpret AML/CTF requirements.

  • Provide subject matter expertise on customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), sanctions, suspicious activity reporting (SAR), and transaction monitoring obligations.

  • Support internal policy development aligned with national and international AML/CTF standards (e.g., FATF recommendations).

  • Conduct regulatory gap analyses and contribute to remediation planning.

  • Identify emerging AML/CTF risks and trends relevant to the country.

  • Support regulatory examinations, audits, and supervisory inquiries where required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law, Public Policy, Finance, Economics, or related field.

  • 6+ years of experience in AML/CTF policy, financial crime compliance, regulatory affairs, or public sector financial regulation.

  • Experience working with regulators, central banks, FIUs, or financial institutions – Preferred

  • Strong knowledge of national AML/CTF legislation and FATF standards.

  • Experience analyzing regulatory frameworks and drafting policy documents.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong analytical and research capabilities.

If you think you have the above skills and experiences, click the ‘Apply’ button or send your resume to alex.nguyen@talentinternational.com

Please Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for this role.

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