Since 2002, KordaMentha has been entrusted with some of the region’s most complex and sensitive commercial situations. We are an advisory and investment firm at heart, helping corporations, financiers, lawyers, private investors and government clients to grow, protect and recover value. 

But we are so much more than that. 

Fiercely independent, strategically local, and with a bias for action to get things done, we focus on doing what is right by our clients, our people, and the wider community. Our diverse experience – from finance and real estate to law enforcement and the c-suite – enables us to make a difference for our clients across financial crime, forensic, performance improvement, real estate and restructuring. 

We empower organisations to proactively mitigate regulatory and reputational risks across all financial crime disciplines, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Countering Financing of Terrorism (CFT), fraud, anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), sanctions, and modern slavery. As trusted advisors, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of service to our clients. 

Due to sustained growth in New Zealand, we are seeking an experienced Financial Crime Director to join our dynamic Auckland team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with a Trans-Tasman team of experts in Financial Crime Consulting, leading initiatives in financial crime research, analysis, reporting, and audit services. 

Your market reputation and expertise will enhance our collective capabilities, helping clients navigate the complexities of New Zealand’s financial crime risk management and compliance obligations. You will ensure they understand their responsibilities to protect their organisations and the community, against financial crimes. 

This key leadership position requires strong analytical skills, pragmatism, and the ability to inspire and drive team performance. If you thrive on tackling complex financial crime challenges and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply! 

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead high-impact projects, using data-driven insights to tackle complex financial crime challenges. Make decisive contributions to safeguarding against fraud, money laundering, and other illicit activities. 

• Stakeholder Engagement: Forge strong relationships with key executives and industry leaders. Influence decisions, foster open communication, and drive collaboration across teams. 

• Reporting & Compliance: Deliver compelling reports, whitepapers, and insights that shape industry practices. Help clients to ensure all activities comply with financial crime regulations and standards. 

• Client Relations: Manage top-tier client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor while articulating the firm’s vision and maintaining the highest level of service excellence. 

• 8 + years’ experience in consulting/advisory and the financial crime industry  

• Extensive experience in financial crime, including a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks. 

• Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of making critical decisions. 

• In-depth knowledge of the regulatory landscape surrounding financial crime. 

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex issues clearly and persuasively. 

• Proven ability to build and nurture client and team relationships, driving initiatives and achieving strategic goals. 

• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience guiding and motivating a high-performing team. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Law, or a related discipline  

• Industry-recognized certifications such as ACAMs is a plus 

• Previous experience in the financial services sector or a similar high-stakes environment. 

At KordaMentha, we offer a dynamic, team-oriented, and flexible work environment, providing ongoing learning opportunities, competitive remuneration packages, and the chance to collaborate with and learn from the best in the industry.

We believe in applying a different mindset at the core of everything we do, fuelled by the diversity of our team members' experiences and backgrounds.

Diversity

Applying 'a different mindset' is at the heart of everything KordaMentha does, and it is fuelled by the diversity of our peoples' experiences and backgrounds. We believe there is strength in difference, and because of this, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements of the position description.

We are committed to enhancing diversity within the firm and celebrating differences. We do not discriminate based on race, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or age.