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**Financial Crime Compliance Officer - Transaction Monitoring Analyst at ING in Sydney** Investigate potential financial crime, assess risks, and prepare regulatory reports as an experienced AML professional. Analyze complex information, draft high-quality reports, and contribute to continuous improvement. Must-have: Proven experience in AML/CTF investigations, understanding of Australian regulations, and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities: - Review transaction monitoring cases - Conduct thorough investigations and customer profiling - Draft Suspicious Matter Reports and Grounds for Suspicion assessments - Ensure investigations meet regulatory requirements - Support training and process improvement initiatives Requirements: - Demonstrated experience in AML/CTF investigations - Strong understanding of Australian AML/CTF legislation - Excellent analytical and communication skills - Proactive mindset and ability to manage priorities
- Compensation
- Not specified
- City
- Sydney
- Country
- Australia
Currency: Not specified
Full Job Description
At ING, were all about making banking simpler so people can spend more time doing the things that matter most to them. As one of Australias most recommended banks, we're committed to helping our customers stay a step ahead while fostering a workplace where our people can grow, contribute, and be themselves.
We're looking for a Financial Crime Compliance Officer Transaction Monitoring Analyst to join our Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) team. You'll be responsible for investigating potentially suspicious activity, assessing complex financial crime risks, and preparing high-quality regulatory reports that help identify and disrupt criminal behaviour.
This is an opportunity for an experienced AML professional to apply their investigative expertise, influence risk outcomes, and contribute to continuous improvement across the financial crime framework.
This is a permanent role based in Sydney.
What youll do
- Review and assess transaction monitoring cases escalated from Line 1 teams and other internal and external sources to identify potentially suspicious activity.
- Conduct detailed investigations, customer profiling, and transactional analysis to form evidence-based conclusions.
- Draft clear, concise, and high-quality Grounds for Suspicion (GFS) reports and prepare Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs) for regulatory submission.
- Act as a key reviewer and decision-maker, ensuring investigations meet regulatory requirements, quality standards, and service level expectations.
- Support training initiatives, knowledge sharing, and capability development across onshore and offshore teams.
- Identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve operational effectiveness, and strengthen ING's financial crime controls
What were looking for
- Demonstrated experience in AML/CTF or Financial Crime investigations within banking or financial services.
- Hands-on experience drafting Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs) and completing Grounds for Suspicion (GFS) assessments.
- Strong understanding of Australian AML/CTF legislation, regulatory obligations, and financial crime risk management.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex information and make sound risk-based decisions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate findings and recommendations.
- A proactive mindset with the confidence to work independently, manage competing priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Whats in it for you?
- Discounted ING Health Insurance
- An additional Rest Day to support your wellbeing
- An IMPACT day to volunteer on approved sustainability activity
About Us
At ING, were all about making life simpler and more rewarding - for the people who bank with us, the team members who work with us, and the communities were proud to support. Joining ING means stepping into an environment where your individuality isnt just welcomed - its celebrated. Weve built a culture thats fun, inclusive, and supportive, giving you the freedom to be yourself, so you can do your thing.
Whether youre taking ownership of exciting projects, thinking outside the box, or working with global colleagues, youll find ING is the kind of place where growth isnt just a possibility; its a promise. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and Family Inclusive workplace, youll feel the difference in how we value and champion our people.
We make hiring decisions based on your skills, capabilities, and how you align with our values - not on ticking every box. So, if youre interested but dont meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. Were invested in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace (opens in new window) where everyone feels like they belong. Were your allies in helping you do your thing during the recruitment process, so let us know (email below) if you require any support or adjustments when you apply
Sound like your kind of vibe? We cant wait to hear from you!
(One last note: We operate using a direct talent sourcing model, so no agency introductions, please.)
ING is Australias most recommended bank according to RFI Globals Consumer Atlas Survey, JanuaryJune 2025 (n = 29,510) when compared to customers of the 10 largest ADIs operating in Australia.
Need more?
For support and adjustments, including DEI, LGBTQI+ confidential application support enquiries: rpoteam.au@ing.com
Applications will close Wednesday, the 23rd of September.
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