Job Ad

Locations: Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne

Work Type: Full Time

Salary: $90,411 - $115,406 + 15.4% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) is Australia's anti-money laundering regulator and specialist financial intelligence unit. In our regulatory role AUSTRAC oversees compliance with the requirements of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (AML/CTF Act).

We are seeking motivated, high-performing professionals to fill a range of Enforcement vacancies across APS5 to APS6 levels. These roles are central to protecting the integrity of the AUSTRAC regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance with legislation, and supporting fair, transparent, and effective enforcement outcomes.

Successful candidates will contribute to regulatory operations including compliance monitoring, investigations, risk assessments, stakeholder engagement, and enforcement action.

What are we looking for

While we are looking for these capabilities, we consider transferrable skills and encourage applicants who embody AUSTRAC's culture and values to apply.

1. Relevant Experience – Management experience or a background in enforcement or regulation is highly desirable.
2. Qualifications – A degree in law or finance will be highly regarded (for APS6 roles)
3. Enforcement and Regulatory Knowledge - The ability to interpret and apply legislation, exercise statutory powers appropriately, and deliver fair, evidence-based compliance and enforcement outcomes
4. Judgement, Integrity and Professionalism - The ability to make sound, defensible decisions, act impartially and ethically, and maintain composure and discretion in sensitive or high-pressure situations.
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Key Duties

The Enforcement Professional is responsible for:

Enforcement and Investigative Activities

1. Support and undertake enforcement activities in accordance with legislation, policy and governance frameworks.
2. Assess information and evidence to identify potential noncompliance and evaluate enforcement options.
3. Contribute to investigations, enforcement actions and regulatory decision making appropriate to role scope.

Analysis and Case Support

1. Analyse information, data and intelligence to support enforcement assessments and outcomes.
2. Maintain accurate records, case documentation and evidentiary material in accordance with governance requirements.

Regulatory Decision Making and Advice

1. Contribute to enforcement recommendations, briefs and reports for internal decision makers.
2. Apply sound judgement in all matters, escalating issues as required.

Stakeholder Engagement

1. Engage professionally with regulated entities and internal and external stakeholders in relation to enforcement matters.
2. Support coordinated and consistent regulatory engagement across AUSTRAC.

Governance, Quality and Continuous Improvement

1. Ensure enforcement activities are conducted lawfully, fairly and transparently.
2. Contribute to quality assurance, risk management and continuous improvement of enforcement practices.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this role you:

1. Must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.
2. Will need to undertake AUSTRAC’s pre-engagement checks.
3. Will need to obtain and maintain an ongoing Baseline Security Clearance

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is also being advertised under Affirmative Measures, to apply under Affirmative Measures you must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. For more information, please visit the APSC Guide for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

To be eligible to apply under Affirmative Measures provisions:

1. Must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
2. Provide evidence that you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

*Please indicate in your application if you are applying under Affirmative Measures, by ticking the relevant box in the application form.

Why AUSTRAC?

1. Flexible, hybrid work environment: We are committed to providing flexibility in working arrangements to recognise the importance of balancing work commitments with family, caring and other personal commitments of employees outside of work. AUSTRAC currently operates under a hybrid work arrangement.
2. Diversity and Inclusion: Our core values of diversity, inclusion, and integrity drive everything we do. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and those of mature age. We recognise that united behaviours and mindsets will support our agency today and guide us into the future.
3. Employer of Choice: We have a strong reputation as an Employer of Choice, renowned for our exceptional work culture and outstanding employee census results which highlight our dedication to creating a positive and engaging environment.

Closing Date

Applications close at 11:30 pm on Thursday 12 March 2026

For enquiries, please contact: Michael on 0457 494 671