The Director, Compliance is responsible for designing and implementing Thomson Reuters' Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing program in Australia while supporting Asia-Pacific operations
Job Summary
The Director, Compliance is responsible for designing and implementing Thomson Reuters' Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing program in Australia while supporting Asia-Pacific operations.
This role acts as the primary liaison for AUSTRAC, manages suspicious activity reporting, and partners with product teams to ensure new market entries comply with local regulations.
Thomson Reuters offers a hybrid work model, flexible vacation policies, mental health resources, and opportunities for professional growth in an AI-enabled future.
Matching Summary
The Director, Compliance is responsible for designing and implementing Thomson Reuters' Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing program in Australia while supporting Asia-Pacific operations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Australian AML/CTF laws knowledge
AUSTRAC regulatory engagement experience
APAC market compliance support
Risk assessment and policy development
Customer due diligence oversight
Nice-to-have
Strong culture of ethics championing
Cross-functional team collaboration skills
Experience with emerging markets entry
Ability to translate complex regulations
Proven track record in fintech sectors
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree required; JD or LLM preferred
8+ years progressive experience in compliance or risk management
In-depth knowledge of Australian AML/CTF laws and AUSTRAC regulations
Professional certification (e.g., ACAMS) highly desirable
Experience engaging with AUSTRAC and similar regulators