Senior Manager, Line 1 Risk and Compliance SME – Investment Services & Fund Services
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Investment and Fund Services team at Mercer. This role can be based in Sydney or Melbourne. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
Role overview
SME (Senior Manager) to assist with various aspects of risk management, with emphasis on process, controls and adherence to risk frameworks across the Investment Services and Fund Services domains. The Senior Manager will work autonomously but engage with stakeholders as required. Strong written communication is required, with experience in drafting policies and documenting processes/controls.
Typically 5-10 years' experience in the Superannuation/Investment industry with domain knowledge in Fund Accounting, Tax, Unit Pricing, Reconciliations and Investment Operations. This is a 12-month contract initially.
We will count on you to:
Actively identify potential risks across Mercer's business operations, including financial, operational, compliance, and strategic risks.
Implement and uplift risk management practices and controls within Mercer, adhering to established policies and procedures to mitigate identified risks.
Continuously monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and regularly report on risk exposure to senior management and risk committees.
Ensure that Mercer complies with regulatory requirements and internal policies related to risk management.
Work closely with Line 2 and Line 3 teams to ensure an integrated approach to risk management.
Support the Investment and Fund Services team with R&C; BAU activities.
Stakeholder engagement with MSAL business and risk teams, Program Elevate colleagues and management of stakeholder feedback on the Stream deliverables.
Creation of evidence and deliverable packages to support meeting the approval criteria in the remediation plan.
What you need to have:
At least 5-10 years working in governance, regulatory compliance or legal roles with experience related to financial services regulation relating to conduct and culture.
Experience working in or providing services to a regulated Superannuation/Investment financial services business, with ability to interpret and apply legislative requirements.
Ability to demonstrate role accountabilities with: sound understanding of Legal, Risk and Compliance frameworks and the ability to balance compliance with commercial needs.
Ability to provide value-add advice on risk culture behaviours, controls, process and administrative matters.
Ability to analyse data, undertake root cause analysis on risk behavior indicators, and prepare reports on risk culture profiles, compliance plans, statutory requirements, regulatory fund lodgements, incidents, and audit risk culture data.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Why join our team:
Professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
A vibrant and inclusive culture with opportunities to create impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
Strong career opportunities, benefits, and rewards to enhance well-being.
Company and policy notes:
Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives and retirement outcomes. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, with operations across 130 countries. Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work setting. All colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify an anchor day each week.
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📌 Senior Manager, Line 1 Risk And Compliance Sme – Investment Services & Fund Se
🏢 Mercer
📍 Melbourne