Regulatory Affairs Expertise Sought
We are looking for an experienced Regulatory Affairs professional to lead our regulatory engagement across Australia and New Zealand.
About the Role
This is a key position in our organization, responsible for ensuring compliance with all laws, regulations, and supervisory expectations. You will work closely with regulators, provide strategic guidance to Boards and Executive teams, and advise on regulatory risks and developments.
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of banking regulation in Australia and New Zealand, as well as experience managing through regulatory events and examinations end-to-end.
Responsibilities
* Serve as a key point of contact for all regulatory agencies across the region
* Provide strategic advice to Boards and Executive/Leadership teams and committees on emerging risks and regulatory trends
* Drive effective engagement with regulators, ensuring transparency and responsiveness in all interactions
* Lead and coordinate regulatory examinations and inquiries, including AML and sanctions-related matters
* Oversee exam readiness, quality assurance of submissions, and timely responses to regulatory requests
* Build strong internal relationships to ensure best-practice regulatory engagement
* Collaborate on the development and execution of the regional annual compliance plan
* Deliver training to staff on regulatory engagement procedures, exam protocols, and key topics throughout the supervisory cycle
Requirements
* 10+ years' experience in Regulatory Affairs, Compliance, Risk Management, Legal or similar within financial services
* Strong knowledge of banking regulation in Australia and New Zealand and APRA, ASIC, RBNZ, FMA, AUSTRAC, and related frameworks
* Deep expertise in managing through regulatory events and examinations end-to-end
* Proven ability to influence at senior levels and lead complex regulatory processes
* Prior experience reporting to and advising boards as a trusted advisor
* Exceptional communication skills and strategic thinking capability
* Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing competing priorities
Benefits
* A dynamic and supportive work environment
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
* A competitive remuneration package
* Access to ongoing education and training
* Flexible working arrangements
About Us
We are a leading specialist in food & agribusiness banking, committed to adding long-term value for clients. Our commitment to our employees & clients is at the heart of everything we do.