Senior Associate Financial Services Regulatory AMLCTF and consumer credit
Senior Associate Financial Services Regulatory AMLCTF and consumer credit
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Job Description
Your role
The Financial Services Regulatory practice sits within our Funds Superannuation & Financial Services (FSF) team and acts on some of the most complex and interesting financial services consumer credit and AML/CTF regulatory matters in the market.
As a Senior Associate in our market leading Financial Services Regulatory team you will advise some of Australias largest organisations on the application of the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009 the Corporations Act 2001 the AntiMoney Laundering and CounterTerrorism Financing Act 2006 the ePayments Code the Banking Code of Practice the Australian Securities and Investments Commission Act 2001 and the Banking Act 1959. Our clients include major regional and international banks leading buynowpaylater providers nonbank financiers and national and international payment platform operators.
Youll be given the opportunity to work on strategically and reputationally significant matters for our clients on matters like new product and business development regulatory change projects remediation activities regulator engagement compliance uplift and ongoing strategic advice. Youll also support our broader clients in regulatory disputes (specifically in the area of AML/CTF) and general M&A activities.
Youll lead teams on larger matters and provide important mentorship and support to junior lawyers.
This is a permanent fulltime opportunity based in Melbourne or Sydney. Hybrid working 60 in the office) is how we work however flexibility matters at Allens so if you are seeking hybrid working or are looking for flexibility in your work we would be happy to discuss what arrangements would work best for you.
About you
You will have:
At least 56 years PQE and strong experience gained from working in a financial services regulatory practice ideally from a leading top tier national or international firm or a large inhouse team.
Specific demonstrable experience in consumer credit and/or AML/CTF law gained either in private practice public sector or inhouse.
A passion to specialise and build a career in financial services regulatory and AML/CTF with a focus on clients in the banking nonbank lending and wagering sector
A desire to learn grow network mentor others.
Your development
In joining Allens you will receive unparalleled learning and development opportunities. You will be challenged supported and guided as you learn and develop and will be encouraged to grow. We foster greatness and will coach and support you to meet your goals and aspirations.
Our unique Career Deal allows you to take control of your career and provides a transparent approach to career development. Our international alliance with Linklaters means we are able to support secondments all over the world.
Our perks
Our benefits include:
Financial: market competitive fixed remuneration; generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contribution salary continuance insurance employee recruitment referral program discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets health and travel insurance charity matched funding program.
Health and wellbeing: fully subsidised gym memberships annual flu vaccinations skin checks inhouse snacks and catered meals subsidised sporting and social activities emergency childcare Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families and regular wellbeing sessions with our inhouse consulting Psychologist.
Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions equipment to support working from home.
Leave: ability to purchase additional annual leave access to an enhanced inclusive and flexible parental leave policy 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees and high quality executive coaching to support the transition.
International opportunities: our alliance with Linklaters ensures possible secondments to many of their overseas offices.
Recognition: team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities and annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people.
Allens is also proud to invest in our communities giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation the environment and other social justice issues as well as our workplace giving and volunteering programs.
How to apply
Wed love to hear from you so please click apply now! If you would like to find out more please visit This is Allens or listen to our Allens Confidential podcast to hear real stories from real people about life at Allens. Alternatively for a confidential discussion please phone Ena Pita Senior Resourcing Consultant onor alternatively email on .
At Allens our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our peoples differences across gender and gender identity sexual orientation age ability cultural backgrounds First Nations communities and family and caring arrangements. If you require adjustments to fully participate in our application process please contact us at . We encourage applicants from all backgrounds so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align please express your interest by emailing us at . The right role for you might be just around the corner.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
