Financial Crime 2026 Graduate Program

Description:

At KordaMentha, you’ll make an impact from day one. We’re looking for ambitious, well-rounded graduates and final-year students ready to tackle real-world business challenges.
Join a team that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and bold thinking. We go beyond the standard approach—asking ‘what if?’ and ‘why not?’ to uncover innovative solutions that help our clients grow, protect, and recover value.
Our award-winning graduate program is designed to put you in control of your career. Skip the traditional rotations and dive straight into one of our specialist areas. Gain hands-on experience working on high-profile and diverse engagements, with expert mentoring, tailored support, study assistance, and training to help you excel.
At KordaMentha, we foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and integrity. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values diversity and encourages you to bring your unique perspective. Through regular social events and community initiatives, you’ll build strong connections and make a meaningful impact beyond the workplace.
Job Description
Applications are now open to join our Financial Crime group for the 2026 Graduate Program intake.
With emerging threats and vulnerabilities across all sectors, clients engage our experts for comprehensive solutions in financial crime disciplines, including anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF) and sanctions. Leveraging our extensive knowledge of Australian and international AML/CTF legislation and sanctions regulations, we assist clients by taking a collaborative and practical approach to solving what are often complex financial crime matters.
Working alongside our Financial Crime experts, this is your opportunity to gain valuable experience across risk management, regulatory compliance and investigations. Make a real impact as, together, we help clients navigate AML/CTF compliance obligations and ensure they understand what they need to do to protect themselves and the community from financial crimes.
We have opportunities in Melbourne, Sydney and New Zealand, so please indicate (from the listed options) which city you are interested in.
What you’ll be doing
As a financial crime professional, you will be involved in assisting organisations in identifying their financial crime risk and applying risk-based controls having regard to their nature, size and complexity. While your opportunities will be limitless, you can expect to work on a wide variety of projects including, risk assessments, AML Program development and review, AML/CTF independent reviews, and training. Some of the work might include the following:
assist with the test phase of an Independent Reviewconduct research on current issues and trendsattend client and internal meetingswrite engagement letters and proposalsreport writing assist with business and practice development
But it’s not all about work. You’ll be given a buddy to help you navigate office life as you settle in. You’ll choose a mentor who will help guide your career. We host regular events and activities, bringing together our close-knit team in a friendly and relaxed environment so you can get to know the people behind the professionals. You’ll also become a member of Accelerate, our young professionals networking group.
You can also make a positive difference in your community through regular charity and industry events. Whether it’s volunteering at local food rescue venues or participating in a stair challenge or bike rides to raise money for children’s charities, you can get involved and give back.
Qualifications
You will be a recent graduate or student in your final year of study and will have:
a bachelor’s degree with strong academic results, preferably in accounting, commerce, law, or criminology.a razor-sharp eye for detail and advanced critical thinking skills.excellent analytical skills, with an ability to think outside-the-box.a confident personality who enjoys working in a team.eligibility to live and work in Australia (Australian citizens and permanent residents only).
Additional Information
Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 30th March 2025.
Please note we are using AI detection software for all application questions.
At KordaMentha, we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations, challenges, and opportunities with optimism, curiosity, and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches.
Our team's diverse skillsets, backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMentha's different mindset. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicant's unique strengths and capabilities.