Compliance Specialist AML/CFT Program Oversight

We are in pursuit of an individual with industry experience in Anti Money Laundering, Know Your Client, and Compliance Operations. In this crucial role, you'll be at the forefront of Vanguard's Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Operations in an informal leadership capacity. Join a team committed to protecting financial integrity and combating financial crime. As a Compliance Specialist, you will play a critical role in Vanguard’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) programs. You’ll be responsible for monitoring client activity, conducting due diligence, and supporting regulatory compliance efforts across our global client base.

Client Monitoring & Investigations Conduct day-to-day monitoring of client activity to detect suspicious behavior. Assist investigators and analysts with investigations and escalate complex cases as needed.

Risk Management & Client Risk Mitigation Assess and manage client risk through the application of established policies, procedures, and controls. Evaluate high-risk client relationships, identify potential risks and vulnerabilities, and recommend actions to mitigate financial crime and compliance exposure. Mitigate risk through oversight, process improvements, policy, and procedure review and updates.

Alert Resolution & Escalation Review internal alerts and reports. Resolve exceptions in line with policy and escalate issues that require further investigation.

Regulatory Reporting Support internal and external reporting obligations in accordance with regulatory guidelines and departmental procedures.

Participate in training sessions and contribute to the development of educational materials for junior team members.

Industry Awareness & Consultation Stay current on regulatory developments and industry trends. Serve as a compliance consultant and liaison to regulatory agencies.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.