We are seeking a talented individual to join our Risk and Compliance team at Marsh McLennan. This role can be based anywhere in Australia. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

Financial Crime Compliance Manager

At Marsh McLennan, we’re bolstering the risk and compliance capability needed to support a future that’s resilient, safe, and ready – for our members, our clients, our colleagues, our business partners, and each other. In a world of constant change, risk and compliance are more than frameworks – they provide the confidence, clarity, and control to act decisively, and do the right thing. With strong foundations in place, we’re focused on growing capability, lifting capacity, and creating a future-ready ecosystem where our colleagues feel supported to step up and speak up. We don’t settle for good enough — we ask what better looks like, every day.

If you’re driven by purpose and ready to make an impact, this is your moment.

You’ll join a team with momentum, humility, and a deep belief that better decisions start with great colleagues.

We’re looking individuals who care about doing what’s right, and who want to help shape the next chapter of risk and compliance with us.

This role reports to the Senior Manager, Financial Compliance Crime within the Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) team which is an integral component of Marsh McLennan Pacific’s Compliance function. The FCC team's primary responsibility is to enable the group's compliance with regulatory requirements, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF), Sanctions, Anti-Bribery and Corruption, and Fraud. 

This is a key role in the development and oversight of Marsh McLennan’s Financial Crime Compliance framework, which encompasses Mercer Australia and Marsh Australia AML / CTF programs. It is also responsible for supporting the effective implementation of the AML / CTF programs within the business . 

We will count on you to:

Framework Development and Oversight 

Ensure Marsh McLennan has robust FCC programs and policies in place to meet all relevant regulatory and legal obligations, including AML/CTF, Sanctions, Ant-Bribery and Corruption, and Fraud. Undertake AML/CTF risk assessments and update FCC programs and policies as required. Provide guidance and assistance to Marsh McLennan entities in establishing appropriate procedures to ensure compliance with FCC programs and policies. 

Monitoring and Training 

Undertake risk-based Line 2 oversight and monitoring of the business' implementation of the programs and policies within their respective areas. Provide FCC training and education, including general awareness and role-based training. Complete relevant AML/CTF requirements, including assessing unusual activity reports to determine and report suspicious matters to relevant regulators. 

Audit and Reporting 

Facilitate independent audits of AML/CTF programs. Participate in relevant industry groups and review global developments to continuously evolve and enhance FCC programs and policies. Contribute to reporting for the Risk and Compliance function, business leaders locally and globally, Committees, and Boards. 

Advisory and Support 

Provide relevant advice and support to business leaders on FCC obligations,  Ensure changes in regulations and policies are effectively captured and communicated. Guide business lines on AML/CTF, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery and Corruption, and Fraud related matters. Advise on the risk and control framework, including the design and operational effectiveness of controls. 

Collaboration and Support 

Provide broader support across the Line 2 Risk and Compliance function and relevant stakeholders as required. Partner with global FCC colleagues to drive best practices and efficiencies. Collaborate with business lines to embed risk and controls, processes, and procedures to support AML/CTF program requirements. 

What you need to have:

Relevant certification such as CAMs and ACAMs are desirable. Significant experience in a similar role within a financial services and/or professional services environment. Experience in superannuation, funds management, insurance / insurance broking, and/or other financial services industries is desirable. 

What makes you stand out:

Experience in Financial Crime compliance, particularly covering AML/CTF, Sanctions and Fraud risks ideally in the financial services industry (superannuation, investments, insurance / insurance broking, financial advice).Strong understanding of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks impacting service offerings and solutions. A proactive approach to building constructive working relationships.Ability to understand business issues and adopt a pragmatic, risk-based approach.Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to engage, build rapport, and present recommendations to management. 

Why join our team:

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leadersWe foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communitiesOur scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being

About us:

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.