About the job
As the world's largest provider of secure online payments, Escrow.com has expertly managed over US$7 billion in transactions for prominent marketplaces and platforms, including Shopify, GoDaddy, and eBay.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven BSA / AML Manager to join our dynamic team in Sydney. In this pivotal role, you will report directly to the Director of Compliance and Legal, taking ownership of our BSA / AML / CFT compliance operations. This is a hands-on position where you will make critical decisions on high-risk transactions and collaborate closely with our engineering team to develop a state-of-the-art monitoring system.
This is a full-time, in-office position located in the Sydney CBD, ideal for a professional who is ready to contribute immediately with minimal onboarding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily functions of the BSA / AML / CFT compliance program.
- Manage the identification, investigation, and resolution of suspicious and unusual transactions.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design, build, and enhance the transaction monitoring engine and alert systems.
- Serve as the primary point of escalation for complex or high-risk transactions and customers.
- Make decisions on SMR / SAR filings, including assessments, approvals, and regulatory submissions.
- Work with Operations, Customer Support, KYC, and other teams to develop and maintain AML/CFT process documentation.
- Conduct comprehensive AML/CFT risk assessments, ensuring periodic reviews and updates.
- Design and implement ML/TF controls consistent with the firm’s risk profile.
- Deliver tailored AML/CFT training across various business divisions.
- Manage controls related to ML/TF and fraud, overseeing their design and effectiveness.
- Conduct independent audits of the AML program and systems.
- Engage with banking partners and AML/CFT supervisors as necessary.
- Drive automation and improvement in customer due diligence (CDD/EDD) and transaction monitoring.

