Compliance Lawyer

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5-10 years experience
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The role involves providing expert legal advice on AML/CTF obligations and designing compliance frameworks within the financial services and fin-tech sectors. The candidate will also supervise junior staff and collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage regulatory risks.

About Teams Squared:

We are a team augmentation company dedicated to connecting exceptional remote talent with global organizations.

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

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