Compliance Lawyer

• Provide expert legal and regulatory advice on AML/CTF obligations in line with applicable regulatory requirements • Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures • Monitor and interpret regulatory developments in financial services, fin-tech, and AML/CTF legislation • Conduct compliance risk assessments and assist in internal audits and regulatory reporting • Review and advise on KYC/CDD processes, transaction monitoring systems, and suspicious matter reporting • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, product, and technology to ensure compliance integration • Supervise and mentor junior compliance staff, ensuring high-quality output and professional development • Report into senior compliance leadership, providing updates on compliance risks, breaches, and mitigation strategies • Leverage legal tech and compliance tools to enhance efficiency and monitoring capabilities

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; admission to practice required • 5–10 years’ experience in compliance, regulatory law, or financial services law • Strong expertise in AML/CTF compliance frameworks is essential • Experience in fin-tech and/or banking environments is highly desirable • Demonstrated ability to supervise or mentor junior team members • Strong understanding of compliance systems, reg-tech tools, and technology-driven environments • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills • Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail • Ability to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating with global teams

• Opportunity for 100% remote work. • Competitive AUD compensation package. • Access to advanced legal research and practice management tools. • Continuing education and professional development support Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions. Teams Squared is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity

This is a remote position. We are seeking a Senior Compliance Lawyer with 3-7 years of experience specializing in regulatory compliance within the financial services, banking, or fin-tech sectors. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in AML/CTF frameworks, with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. This role requires a proactive professional capable of supervising junior staff while supporting senior compliance leadership in managing regulatory risk and compliance programs. Responsibilities • Provide expert legal and regulatory advice on AML/CTF obligations in line with applicable regulatory requirements • Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures • Monitor and interpret regulatory developments in financial services, fin-tech, and AML/CTF legislation • Conduct compliance risk assessments and assist in internal audits and regulatory reporting • Review and advise on KYC/CDD processes, transaction monitoring systems, and suspicious matter reporting • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, product, and technology to ensure compliance integration • Supervise and mentor junior compliance staff, ensuring high-quality output and professional development • Report into senior compliance leadership, providing updates on compliance risks, breaches, and mitigation strategies • Leverage legal tech and compliance tools to enhance efficiency and monitoring capabilities Requirements • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; admission to practice required • 5–10 years’ experience in compliance, regulatory law, or financial services law • Strong expertise in AML/CTF compliance frameworks is essential • Experience in fin-tech and/or banking environments is highly desirable • Demonstrated ability to supervise or mentor junior team members • Strong understanding of compliance systems, reg-tech tools, and technology-driven environments • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills • Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail • Ability to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating with global teams Nice to Have • Experience working with AUSTRAC regulations • Exposure to Australian regulatory frameworks • ​Experience working in high-growth fin-tech or regulated environments Benefits • Opportunity for 100% remote work. • Competitive AUD compensation package. • Access to advanced legal research and practice management tools. • Continuing education and professional development support Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions. Teams Squared is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity Originally posted on Himalayas Compliance-Lawyer, Regulatory-Attorney, Compliance-Officer, Regulatory-Affairs-Specialist, Financial-Compliance-Officer, Compliance-Attorney, Compliance-Legal-Expert, Regulatory-Compliance-Lawyer, Compliance-Counsel, Regulatory-Compliance-Attorney, Regulatory-Compliance-Counsel, Compliance-Law