AML Manager

• Full Time
• Application Closes 26 Nov 2026
• Canterbury - Christchurch City
• Manager

Spot it. Stop it. Lead the team that does.

• Spot it: Use your AML/CFT expertise to pick up unusual activity, red flags and risk trends across customer due diligence and transaction monitoring.
• Stop it: Act early and decisively, from enhanced due diligence to timely Suspicious Activity Reports, to protect the casino and meet our obligations.
• Lead it: Coach and grow a capable AML team and build strong working relationships across the business and with the DIA.

Ready to turn a strong AML/CFT programme into everyday practice? We're building a stronger AML/CFT function at Christchurch Casino and we're looking for a practical, switched-on AML Manager to run it day to day. Reporting to the General Manager Risk & Compliance (our AML/CFT Compliance Officer), you'll lead the AML team and make sure the programme on paper happens on the floor, in the cage and behind the scenes.

What you'll be doing

• Run day-to-day AML/CFT operations, including customer due diligence. enhanced due diligence and ongoing transaction monitoring.
• Lead, coach and grow the AML team, setting priorities and keeping investigation and decision-making standards high.
• Review escalations from your team and make sure Suspicious Activity Reports and Prescribed Transaction Reports are accurate and filed on time.
• Make sound, well-documented decisions on operational matters and escalate material risks early.
• Work with Gaming, Cage, Surveillance, Security, Harm Minimisation and Finance teams to make sure our obligations are met in practice.
• Support assurance testing, programme maintenance, DIA engagement and reporting to senior leaders.

What you'll bring

• Solid AML/CFT or financial crime experience in New Zealand, ideally including leading or mentoring people.
• A good working knowledge of the AML/CFT Act and DIA guidance, and the ability to turn them into practical processes.
• Sound judgement and the confidence to speak up when something doesn't add up.
• Clear communication, whether you're talking to a host, a regulator or the Board.
• An ACAMS (CAMS) or similar AML/CFT qualification is desirable.
• Experience in a casino or other high-cash, regulated environment would be a bonus.

What's in it for you

• A real chance to shape a function that's investing in its people and capability.
• Training and development support, including professional AML/CFT qualifications.
• A great team in a genuinely interesting industry.

Working arrangements

This is a full-time, permanent role based onsite at Christchurch Casino.  Applicants must hold a valid NZ work entitlement.

Interested?

If you're ready to help us spot it and stop it, we'd like to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your AML/CFT experience and your approach to leading a team.

To request a copy of the position descriptions email Amber Aynsley, People & Culture Advisor at  amber@christchurchcasino.co.nz   

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so don’t wait—apply today!