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About the Role
Remitly is seeking a Compliance Officer and Anti-Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) in Australia to oversee the compliance program, ensure adherence to regulatory and reputational risk, and contribute to Remitly's mission by maintaining full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Reporting to the Head of Compliance APAC, you will manage compliance and regulatory risks, adapting services and controls to new business opportunities and changing regulatory requirements within the APAC region.
Responsibilities
- Document compliance function procedures and maintain compliance manuals.
- Act as the point of contact for the JFSA and other Australian authorities.
- Provide regular compliance reporting to the Board, Management, and Group.
- Establish and maintain a compliance monitoring and reporting program.
- Define the necessary level of knowledge on existing and emerging regulatory compliance requirements.
- Maintain a regulatory training program and ensure employees receive appropriate training.
- Manage record keeping, including compliance breaches, conflicts, authorized individuals, and regulatory returns.
- Liaise with the JFSA and other authorities on regulatory compliance issues.
- Oversee day-to-day operations for AML policies, procedures, systems, and controls.
- Act as the point of contact for employee notifications regarding Anti-Money Laundering, Counter—Terrorist Financing and Sanctions Regulations.
- Be responsible for suspicious activity reports in accordance with AML legislation.
- Collaborate with regulatory authorities, external parties, and internal stakeholders.
- Identify potential compliance vulnerabilities and propose action plans.
- Review and interrogate technical solutions to support initiatives.
- Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations and provide guidance.
- Undertake ad hoc duties as required.
Requirements
- 10+ years of working experience within the compliance & AML Sector, ideally within the financial services / fintech industry.
- Experience with AUSTRAC and knowledge of corresponding regulatory obligations is preferred.
- Proven problem-solving and analytical skills with a "get it done" mindset.
- Ability to partner effectively and communicate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Proactive, extreme attention to detail and operates with a high degree of discretion.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Location
- Australia
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 10+ years
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision via Bupa
- Life Insurance & Disability
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) available for eligible employees
- Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
- Continuing education and travel benefits
About the Company
- At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind.
- We're looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation.
- Join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.
- Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster.
- These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.
Equal Opportunity
- Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
- At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.