Group Head Of Aml, Ctf

Role Overview

The purpose of the Group Head of AML/CTF & Sanctions role is to protect our customers and communities from financial crime.
The risk types managed by the function will include Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF), Sanctions, Fraud, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

This role will be a pivotal leader in the development and implementation of AML strategies across our global operations, aligning them with regulatory requirements and industry best practices and technology alignment.
In this role, you will ensure robust compliance with the relevant regulatory requirements across all MUFG Pension & Market Services (MPMS) jurisdictions and drive strategic initiatives to enhance the company's AML/CTF and Sanctions framework.
This role will work closely with internal departments and senior management to ensure that the policies are effectively integrated into our operations and culture.

Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities

Strategic Focus

Develop and execute the group-wide AML/CTF and Sanctions strategy in alignment with MUFG Pension & Market Services strategic goals and regulatory requirements.

Work with various stakeholders (Head of Financial Crimes – Retirement Solutions, Business Unit MDs, Chief Technology Officer) to develop future state technology roadmap including how to leverage existing technology to help detect and mitigate financial crime.

Drive initiatives for the continuous improvement of AML policies and procedures to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.

Ability to balance regulatory requirements with the best interests of the MPMS and its customers.

Work with Executive Director Governance, Regulatory & Government Relations to create regulatory heat maps and strategic engagement approaches with jurisdictional regulators.

Operational Management

Develop Group-wide AML/CTF & Sanctions policy and framework to mitigate the risk of financial crime and to ensure regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions.

Work alongside compliance managers in the local jurisdictions on the implementation of group policy and framework.

Develop and maintain compliance management plans for AUSTRAC.
Work with compliance managers in the local jurisdictions to develop compliance management plans for those jurisdictions.
Oversee the delivery against these compliance management plans.

Develop, design, and document operational AML/CTF & Sanctions procedures ensuring that we implement a robust control-led environment to satisfy the requirements of various stakeholders (including internal and external stakeholders and regulators, as applicable).

Conduct regular risk assessments and maintain risk profiles for AML controls and processes across all business units and jurisdictions.

Oversee the reporting of suspicious activities and regulatory filings.

Coordinate with internal audit and external regulators to ensure compliance and address any findings or issues.

Oversee the framework and performance of AML risk assessments and screening as part of client and vendor onboarding, periodic reviews, or trigger-event reviews.

Ensure the advice and guidance to the business, relevant stakeholders, and clients (where required) is clear, concise, and reliable, adhering to AML regulations and best practice.

Implement and embed the design and delivery of AML procedural training to all relevant employees.

People Leadership

Foster collaboration across departments to ensure a unified approach to AML compliance.

Develop capability and retain key people, proactively identifying key people risks through the development of robust succession planning.

Work closely with global counterparts to develop and adhere to global AML standards, ensuring consistency and alignment across MUFG's global operations.

Actively grow, embed, and sustain a high performing culture and capability across the business and role model the MUFG Pension & Market Services values.

Support AML Training for First and Second Line of defence teams globally, as required.

Manage and oversee a team of product and client type Subject Matter Experts to develop and ensure controls are commensurate to the risks in jurisdictions.

Governance & Risk

Provide updates on the Group's AML position, maintaining an updated register with GRC.

Proactively identify and mitigate existing and emerging operational risks, ensuring operational business controls are effective and that policies/procedures are clearly defined and adhered to.

Implement comprehensive risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate AML/CTF/Sanctions related risks.

Ensure all statutory regulations are adhered to and implement best practice AML/CTF/Sanctions and fraud mitigation processes.

Ensure that AML/CTF/Sanctions policies and procedures meet global regulatory standards and are effectively communicated throughout the organisation.

Maintain oversight of AML/CTF/Sanctions risk assessments and ensure that appropriate mitigation strategies are in place.

Represent the Group in discussions with regulators, auditors, and industry groups to advocate for best practices and address regulatory concerns.

Routinely advise on complex issues, recommend solutions while driving effective and efficient solutions to applicable stakeholders globally.

Experience & Personal Attributes

Significant experience within Senior AML/CTF/Sanctions roles in a complex, matrix, global organisation.

Previous experience within the financial services or fintech sector is essential.

Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal communication skills and an ability to navigate a complex matrix environment and to influence outcomes across organizational boundaries.

Demonstrates a deep understanding of global AML best practice, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and leading effective teams.

Significant experience in managing direct regulator and law enforcement engagements across requests for information, orders to produce, warrants, audits and industry risk assessments.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Relevant certifications (e.g.
CAMS) and a degree in a related field are preferred.

Previous experience of financial crimes technology deployments.

Our Benefits

Flexible working – to enable you to work from the office and at home, you'll be provided with an allowance to support setting up your workspace safely and securely at home.

Purchased Leave, Parental Leave, Volunteer Leave, Gender transition leave, Well-being leave.

Employee Recognition Program.

Employee Talent Referral Program.

Salary Sacrificing via Superannuation.

Learning & Development - Development at your fingertips via self-paced learning, including educational assistance support, access to LinkedIn Learning.

Employee discounts – Access discounted rates and offers from a variety of corporate providers including health insurance.

Novated Car Leasing.

Employee Assistance Program.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career?
Apply now with your resume and detailed cover letter highlighting your skills, experience, and why you would be a good fit for the role.

Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at MUFG Pension & Market Services.
Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.

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