Compliance Specialist - Foreign Tax (12-Month Fixed Term) At ASB, we're all about doing what we can to help our customers get "One Step Ahead" by giving them the tools they need to manage their lives and plans for their families and future. Are you a seasoned compliance professional with a knack for navigating foreign tax regulations? We're seeking a dedicated Compliance Specialist specialising in Foreign Tax to join our Financial Crime Business Assurance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. As a Compliance Specialist at ASB, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with international tax regulations, particularly FATCA (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) and CRS (Common Reporting Standard). Your key responsibilities include: Support the implementation of our financial crime compliance program, focusing on FATCA and CRS regulations. You'll also lend expertise to areas like AML/CFT, Sanctions, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption. Demonstrate leadership as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to enhance compliance performance across the organisation. Build strong relationships with senior management and key stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and compliance alignment. Uphold compliance obligations by identifying, managing, and controlling risks within our financial crime operations. Drive effective compliance management during periods of change, ensuring all impacts are identified and addressed. Nga mea kia whai angitu ahau? | What do I need to be successful? Proactive expertise in Foreign Tax and AML/CFT offering clear guidance and advice aligned with ASB's policies and standards. Leadership in delivering compliance initiatives within defined timelines and contributing to our annual Business Assurance program. In-depth knowledge of financial crime regulatory changes and the ability to support their implementation and manage related risks. Strong communication skills, enabling you to articulate complex information clearly to internal stakeholders. Experience in banking with a solid background in compliance and risk management, including roles in AML/CFT and Foreign Tax environments. A tertiary qualification or equivalent in a financial crime-related discipline (e.g., ACAMS) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Te mahi ki ASB | Working for ASB ASB is grounded in our values (caring, integrity, passion, courage and united). They guide our day-to-day interactions with our team, customers and community. They are what makes ASB - ASB. We offer a flexible and supportive work environment as well as an open and inclusive culture; a place where we welcome and value your individuality, ideas and goals. Join a dynamic team where your expertise in compliance will make a real impact. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse financial crime projects and develop professionally in a supportive environment. Me pehea te tono | How to apply? For more information on responsibilities and requirements see the attached position description, please note that all applications must be received via our careers site online. If this role sounds like it might be the one for you then please click "apply"… we'd love to hear from you! Successful candidates will be required to undertake several pre-employment checks which will include but are not limited to; Police Check, Credit Check, AML Compliance, Verification of your qualifications and may include checks both here in New Zealand and overseas. #J-18808-Ljbffr