About the job Morgan McKinley is exclusively partnering with a growing Foreign Exchange Business in Sydney to source a Compliance Risk Analyst .
This unique opportunity is not advertised on the open market or through any other agency.
Reporting directly to the Head of Compliance within a collaborative team, you will play a key operational role across the entire risk and compliance function.
On a day-to-day basis, you will be deeply involved in customer onboarding and AML/CTF due diligence, conducting sanctions and PEP screening, carrying out transaction monitoring, and reviewing compliance policies and risk registers.
Working in a small, agile business means your scope will also extend into supporting regulatory reporting, tracking legislative changes, and assisting with light general business operations.
The company is committed to long-term career growth , offering direct mentorship from the Head of Compliance alongside a explicit trajectory to expand your title, remuneration, and responsibilities as the business continues to scale.
Responsibilities: Conduct customer due diligence (CDD/EDD), sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring investigations in line with AUSTRAC standards.
Assist with compliance assurance monitoring, breach management, policy reviews, and the delivery of internal training materials.




Coordinate risk register reviews and help identify, assess, and report on operational and financial crime risks.
Support the Head of Compliance with regulatory filings, Board reporting, and tracking regulatory change across the payments landscape.
Assist with light operational administrative duties, including maintaining registers, managing desk set-ups, and handling corporate social media.
Requirements: 1-2 years of experience within financial services, compliance, risk, or financial crime (motivated graduates with relevant degrees will also be considered).
Working knowledge of, or a strong desire to learn, relevant regulatory frameworks (such as AUSTRAC, ASIC, and AFCA).
Strong analytical and investigative skills with exceptional attention to detail and sound ethical judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise across internal teams and escalate potential risks.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change, and meet deadlines within a dynamic, regulated environment.
To apply for this role, please click the link, or feel free to reach out directly to Hannah Sykes.
Please note: Only successful candidates will be contacted, and you must hold full Australian working rights.

📌 Risk And Compliance Analyst (New South Wales)
🏢 Morgan Mckinley
📍 New South Wales