Scrum Master AML / CTF - Regulatory Program
Melbourne CBD
12-Month Day Rate Contract

Talenza has been engaged by a leading financial services organisation to source an experienced Scrum Master / Delivery Manager to support a critical regulatory program. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a high-performing team, ensuring the successful delivery of regulatory compliance initiatives in a fast-paced financial services environment.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Help with the sprints, ensuring smooth planning and execution.

• Manage and optimise workflows using Jira.

• Facilitate PI planning sessions and ensure alignment across teams.

• Connect the interdependencies between different teams and workstreams.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead Agile ceremonies and drive Agile best practices within the team.

• Oversee the delivery of regulatory compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.

• Foster collaboration between business and technology teams to ensure smooth project execution.

• Act as a servant leader, removing impediments and enabling teams to perform at their best.

• Manage risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations effectively.

• Ensure timely reporting and communication of progress to leadership and regulatory bodies as required.

• Preference for candidates with experience in financial services and regulatory programs.

Agile Delivery & Execution:

• Facilitate Agile processes and ensure adherence to Agile methodologies.

• Support teams in delivering high-quality outcomes within tight regulatory deadlines.

• Champion continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

• Engage with senior stakeholders to align program deliverables with business and compliance needs.

• Work closely with product owners, development teams, and compliance specialists to drive regulatory initiatives forward.

Project Oversight & Risk Management:

• Proactively identify project risks and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies where needed.

• Ensure clear and transparent reporting on project progress and regulatory milestones.

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master, Delivery Manager, or similar role within financial services working on Anti Money Laundering (AML) or Couner-Terrorism Financing (CFT) programs of work (or something similar).

• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) and experience driving Agile transformations.

• Experience delivering regulatory or compliance-focused programs.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, particularly at senior leadership levels.

• Ability to navigate complex environments and manage multiple workstreams effectively.

• Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on driving outcomes.

• Daily rate: $1,000 a day inclusive of superannuation

• Hybrid work environment (WFH/Office flexibility) - 50% time at home

• 12-month contract with potential extensions

• Opportunity to work on high-impact regulatory initiatives