About the opportunity

AUSTRAC, Australia's financial intelligence unit and anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) regulator, is evolving to strengthen its fight against money laundering and terrorism financing. As we expand our regulatory reach, and leverage international partnerships, we work to protect Australia from serious and organised crime to help build a more resilient global financial system. To help achieve these goals, we are seeking individuals who are open and curious about new perspectives, new thinking and new ways of working.

APS5 Senior Officer, International Exchange

The Senior Officer, International Exchange is a key member of the Requests and Disclosures team within the Intelligence Capabilities and International Engagement Branch. You will play a critical role in supporting efficient and timely administration processes that enable the sharing of financial intelligence with global partners. You’ll work closely with AUSTRAC’s partner agencies — including international financial intelligence units, domestic law enforcement and intelligence partners, and AUSTRAC intelligence practitioners, to enable the accurate, efficient and lawful exchange of financial intelligence. Your work will directly contribute to strengthening global efforts to combat financial crime and protect Australia’s financial system.

The key duties of the position include:

Monitor AUSTRAC’s International Exchange inbox and the Egmont Secure Web (ESW) platform to ensure timely referral to relevant stakeholders.

Accurately record and save Requests for Information (RFIs) and Spontaneous Disclosures (SDs) and other documents to support AUSTRAC’s record keep requirements.

Create records, cases and workflows and initiating processes for response and disclosure of intelligence exchanged with international partners.

Draft and coordinate formal correspondence for the approval of intelligence disclosures to domestic and international partners

Provide training to staff on the use of the Egmont Secure Web (ESW) platforms and the protocols governing international information exchange.

Maintain current records of international exchange data and agreements and develop dashboards to enable accurate reporting.

Provide guidance to stakeholders on international disclosure procedures and requirements.

For more information about the capabilities we're looking for, please refer to the Candidate Pack in the AUSTRAC Careers Page.

To be eligible for this role you:

Must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.

Will need to undertake AUSTRAC’s pre-engagement checks.

Will need to obtain and maintain an ongoing Baseline security clearance.

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is being advertised concurrently under a general round, an affirmative measures disability round and an affirmative measures indigenous round. Evidence of eligibility will be requested if your application progresses under an affirmative measures process.

We offer competitive remuneration and great conditions, including:

• Annual leave of 4 weeks (20 days) per year + additional paid Christmas close down.

• Cultural, Ceremonial and NAIDOC leave.

• 18 days of paid personal leave per year.

• 15.4% superannuation, which continues through paid maternity leave.

• 18 weeks of paid maternity leave.

• Competitive APS salaries with access to annual salary progression.

• Study assistance - up to $6,000 per annum and up to 120 hours of study leave.

View the AUSTRAC Enterprise Agreement for more information about current salaries and other conditions of employment.

About Us

AUSTRAC, Australia’s financial intelligence agency and anti-money laundering and terrorism financing regulator, is undergoing a significant transformation to enhance its role in combating money laundering and terrorism financing. This includes proposed expansion of its regulatory regime and a broader digital transformation to support our growing agency. As we embrace these changes and grow, our focus is on fostering innovation, collaboration, and effective problem-solving within an inclusive and supportive work environment. At AUSTRAC, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to maintaining the integrity of Australia’s financial system and making a real impact in preventing financial crime.

Closing Date and further details

Applications close at 11:30pm on 2 November 2025.

For enquiries, please contact Daniel Kelen on 03 8636 0597.

Please note, we can only accept applications via the AUSTRAC Careers Page.