Results-driven banking professional with over 5 years of progressive experience in financial operations, regulatory compliance, and team leadership within one of Australia’s largest banking institutions. Proven expertise in identifying risks, reviewing high-value transactions, supporting internal audits, and driving compliance with APRA, AML/CTF, and corporate governance standards.
Currently serving as 2IC at Commonwealth Bank, I oversee branch operations, staff training, and procedural adherence, acting as a key liaison for compliance investigations and reporting. Highly skilled in interpreting policy, managing customer risk, and applying critical thinking to mitigate non-compliance and maintain operational integrity.
Now seeking to leverage my banking insight and compliance acumen in a dedicated Compliance Officer role where attention to detail, ethical integrity, and regulatory understanding are paramount.
· Oversee daily branch operations, ensuring strict adherence to internal procedures and regulatory standards.
· Act as the primary point of contact in the absence of the Branch Manager, providing leadership and operational direction.
· Coach and train staff on AML/CTF obligations, compliance procedures, and ethical decision-making.
· Liaise with internal compliance teams on investigations and transaction escalations.
· Conduct reviews of high-risk or unusual transactions and escalate for compliance follow-up where required.
· Assist in preparation for internal audits and implement corrective actions.
· Support policy implementation and ensure team understanding of governance frameworks.
· Utilize internal systems to identify anomalies, risk flags, and service inconsistencies.
· Managed daily reconciliation of financial transactions to ensure accuracy, flagging and investigating inconsistencies.
· Supported fraud detection processes by reporting unusual activity to the relevant teams.
· Ensured all documentation and settlement procedures adhered to APRA and CBA internal regulatory standards.
· Performed high-level quality control on mortgage data to ensure compliance with statutory guidelines.
· Collaborated with risk and legal departments to resolve documentation issues and escalate compliance concerns.
· Assisted in the preparation of audits by compiling accurate records of settlement activities and customer interactions.
· Researched and resolved discrepancies involving title, legal documentation, or suspicious account behavior.
· Implemented improvements to reduce procedural gaps and ensure stronger compliance posture.
Griffith University | Bachelor of Business (Admin & Management) – Expected 05/2026
JPR Security Services | Cert II in Security Ops + First Aid – 01/2011
Ultimo TAFE | Diploma in Business Marketing – 01/2010
D.A.S.S High School | Year 12 Completion – 01/2006