Senior Consultant - Financial Crime

Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About the Role
Financial crime risks are constantly evolving, with criminals exploiting complex ownership structures, digital channels and emerging technologies whilst regulators raise expectations for how organisations identify, mitigate and report.
Our Financial Crime Risk Advisory team helps organisations meet these challenges through practical, risk-based advisory support, assessing exposure, enhancing risk frameworks and building sustainable programs across AML/CTF, sanctions, fraud / scams, and anti-bribery / anti-corruption. Our key service offerings, include:
AML/CTF - Tranche 2 – Legislative Readiness
AML/CTF Tranche 1- Reforms Readiness
Financial Crime Risk Assessments – Threat Management
Governance, Assurance & Independent Reviews / Audits
AML/CTF & Sanctions Program Uplift / Remediation
Customer Due Diligence Management & Optimisation
Ongoing Customer Due Diligence Effectiveness
Ongoing Financial Crime Risk Management
What You’ll Do
Reporting to the Managing Director, your responsibilities will include:
Lead the end-to-end delivery of AML/CTF & Sanctions engagements across industry and consulting environments.
Manage engagement mobilisation, delivery planning, project governance and multiple workstreams to ensure successful outcomes within scope, timeline and budget.
Apply a strong understanding of the Australian AML/CTF regulatory framework and sanctions regulations.
Deliver work across the end-to-end AML/CTF and sanctions lifecycle, including customer onboarding, KYC, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Customer Due Diligence (ECDD), transaction monitoring, regulatory reporting.
Support regulatory response activities, controls testing, compliance reviews and remediation programs.
Translate regulatory obligations, risk assessments and control gaps into practical, sustainable and operationally effective solutions.
Coordinate project teams and stakeholders across compliance, operations, technology, legal and data functions to drive successful implementation outcomes.
Supervise, mentor and develop junior team members while maintaining high delivery standards.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective stakeholder engagement, issue resolution and progress reporting.
Provide subject matter expertise across AML/CTF, sanctions and broader financial crime risk management matters.
Experience & Qualifications:
Demonstrate experience in Financial Crime, AML/CTF Compliance, Sanctions, Risk Management, Regulatory Consulting or a related field.
Practical experience across the end-to-end AML/CTF & sanctions lifecycle, including customer onboarding, KYC, CDD, ECDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening and regulatory reporting.
Experience conducting AML/CTF and sanctions risk assessments, compliance reviews, independent evaluations, remediation programs and control uplift initiatives.
Strong understanding of financial crime risks, typologies and emerging trends, including money laundering, terrorism financing, sanctions and fraud-related risks.
Experience within banking, payments, gaming, casinos, clubs, digital assets, fintech or other regulated sectors.
Demonstrated resourcefulness and a self-starter, with experience of operating in fast paced and dynamic operational settings
Excellent English language writing skills.
Minimum bachelor’s degree or higher
3+ years’ experience in relevant fields
Professional AML certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), International Compliance Association (ICA) qualifications, Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) or equivalent certifications are highly regarded.
FTI Consulting acknowledges that we stand on the lands of the First Nations peoples and would like to pay our respects to Elders past and present. We extend solidarity and hope for a future where all are afforded justice, dignity and peace.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Compensation
Minimum Pay: $100,000
Maximum Pay: $122,000
Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual's location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications