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AllensAssociate, Financial Services Regulatory
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Before you apply
LocationMelbourne
Also inSydney
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2–3 yrs
DepartmentFinancial Services Regulatory
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 25, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live1d ago
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At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
At least 2-3 years PQE and experience gained from working in a financial services regulatory practice
Experience in consumer credit and/or AML/CTF law
A passion to specialise and build a career in financial services regulatory
A desire to learn, grow, network and mentor others
Benefits
Market competitive fixed remuneration
Generous incentive plan
Salary continuance insurance
Employee recruitment referral program
Discounts
Fully subsidised gym memberships
Annual flu vaccinations
Skin checks
In house snacks and catered meals
Subsidised sporting and social activities
Emergency childcare
Employee assistance program
Wellbeing coaching
Financial coaching
Hybrid working
Equipment to support working from home
Ability to purchase additional annual leave
Enhanced parental leave policy
International secondments
Team recognition
Annual values awards
Workplace giving and volunteering programs
Your role
The Financial Services Regulatory practice sits within our Funds, Superannuation & Financial Services (FSF) team and acts on some of the most complex and interesting financial services, consumer credit and AML/CTF regulatory matters in the market.
As an Associate in our market leading Financial Services Regulatory team, you will advise some of Australia’s largest organisations on the application of the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009, the Corporations Act 2001, the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006*,* the ePayments Code, the Banking Code of Practice, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission Act 2001 and the Banking Act 1959*.* Our clients include major, regional and international banks, leading buy-now-pay-later providers, non-bank financiers, and national and international payment platform operators.
Responsibilities
You’ll be given the opportunity to work on strategically and reputationally significant matters for our clients on matters like new product and business development (including drafting terms and conditions and product disclosure statements), regulatory change projects, remediation activities, regulator engagement, compliance uplift and ongoing strategic advice. You’ll also support our broader clients in regulatory disputes (specifically in the area of AML/CTF) and general M&A activities.
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity based in Melbourne or Sydney. Hybrid working (60% in the office) is how we work however flexibility matters at Allens, so if you are seeking hybrid working or are looking for flexibility in your work, we would be happy to discuss what arrangements would work best for you.
About you
You will have:
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At least 2-3 years PQE and experience gained from working in a financial services regulatory practice, ideally from a leading top tier, national or international firm, or a large in-house team
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Experience in consumer credit and/or AML/CTF law, gained either in private practice, public sector or in-house
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A passion to specialise and build a career in financial services regulatory, with a focus on clients in the banking, non-bank lending and wagering sector
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A desire to learn, grow, network and mentor others
Your development
In joining Allens, you will receive unparalleled learning and development opportunities. You will be challenged, supported and guided as you learn and develop, and will be encouraged to grow. We foster greatness, and will coach and support you to meet your goals and aspirations.
Benefits
Our unique Career Deal allows you to take control of your career and provides a transparent approach to career development. Our international alliance with Linklaters means we are able to support secondments all over the world.
Our perks
Our benefits include:
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Financial: market competitive fixed remuneration; generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contribution, salary continuance insurance, employee recruitment referral program, discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets, health and travel insurance, charity matched funding program.
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Health and wellbeing: fully subsidised gym memberships, annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, in-house snacks and catered meals, subsidised sporting and social activities, emergency childcare, Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families and regular wellbeing sessions with our in-house consulting Psychologist.
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Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions, equipment to support working from home.
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Leave: ability to purchase additional annual leave, access to an enhanced, inclusive and flexible parental leave policy – 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees and high quality executive coaching to support the transition.
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International opportunities: our alliance with Linklaters ensures possible secondments to many of their overseas offices.
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Recognition: team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities, and annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people.
Allens is also proud to invest in our communities, giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issues as well as our workplace giving and volunteering programs.
How to apply?
We’d love to hear from you so please click “apply now”! If you would like to find out more, please visit “This is Allens” or listen to our Allens Confidential podcast to hear real stories from real people about life at Allens. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Ena Pita, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant on [email protected]
About the company
At Allens, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people’s differences across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, and family and caring arrangements. If you require adjustments to fully participate in our application process, please contact us at [email protected]. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align, please express your interest by emailing us at [email protected]. The right role for you might be just around the corner!