About this role
The Opportunity
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We’re on the lookout for a motivated and detail-oriented Analyst to join our National Risk Team in Sydney. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in ensuring Clayton Utz remains at the forefront of compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) laws.
This would be a rewarding opportunity for a recent graduate with an interest in AML / CTF to develop their professional skills in a corporate environment.
What You’ll Do
As an Analyst, you’ll work closely with our AML/CTF Compliance Manager and Team Leader to support the firm’s compliance efforts. Your role will be instrumental in conducting initial client due diligence, ongoing monitoring, and maintaining client records. You’ll also contribute to the continuous improvement of our AML/CTF processes and provide valuable advice to stakeholders.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:
Conduct initial client due diligence (CDD), including reviewing and analysing client documentation, risk screenings, identifying beneficial ownership and undertaking open source research.
Identify and escalate potential higher risk issues, and undertake enhanced client due diligence (ECDD) when additional risk factors are identified.
Monitor client relationships and transactions on an ongoing basis to identify and address changes and emerging AML/CTF risks. Maintain up to date up-to-date records of client risk assessments and due diligence activities.
Interpreting regulations and internal policies to support risk-based decisions, whilst also maintaining compliance with the firm's AML/CTF program.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of AML/CTF processes.
Responding to queries and providing advice to stakeholders on the application of client due diligence processes.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone with:
Tertiary qualifications in law, business, finance, or a related field.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
Strong communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and organisational abilities.
A positive, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to learn.
Why Join Clayton Utz?
At Clayton Utz, we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a community that values our people and their contributions. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:
Access to professional development programs and career growth opportunities.
A focus on health and wellbeing, with initiatives to support your physical and mental health.
A collaborative and inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and fosters belonging.
Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, with flexibility over two years, plus paid superannuation.
The option to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave annually.
About Us
Clayton Utz is one of Australia’s oldest and largest independent commercial law firms, with a proud history and a forward-thinking approach. With offices in six cities and over 1,700 employees, we’re committed to excellence, innovation, and making a difference.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a team that values integrity, collaboration, and growth, we’d love to hear from you.
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How to Apply?
We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.
Consultant Contact Details
Nicole St John, (02) 9353 4928Accessibility and Inclusion
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to [email protected].
For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com or follow us on LinkedIn here.
Agency submissions
Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.
Other facts
About Clayton Utz
We are one of Australia's oldest and largest law firms, with offices in six cities, nearly 200 partners, and a full range of legal services for large private sector and government clients.
But we're more interested in talking about you, and with you.
It's why, wherever you are, we give you advice that connects with you. Advice that isn't just a one-size-fits-all solution taken off a shelf, but that reflects who you are, and what you need. Advice created by lawyers with different experiences and different views, but united by an entrepreneurial spirit, a can-do attitude, confidence in each other, and pride in helping you achieve.
As you might have noticed, we like speaking plainly. While we like thinking creatively to help you, we won't give you an answer hidden by legal jargon, or that doesn't reflect our honest opinion. Our clients value that, and trust us with their most important work. And we work hard to deserve that trust.
What you'll do
- As an AML/CTF Analyst, you will conduct initial client due diligence and ongoing monitoring to ensure compliance with AML/CTF laws. You will also maintain client records and contribute to the improvement of AML/CTF processes.
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