Our client is a well-established central financial services authority, providing high-quality transactional and advisory services to its clients. The organisation operates on the pillars of integrity, professionalism, and collaboration, with a strong focus on employee development.
The role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Compliance Manager to join the Risk team in Melbourne. As a member of the Senior Leadership team, this inaugural position reports to the Executive Director - Risk, and will be responsible for implementing and overseeing the Organisation's compliance management and policy framework, ensuring alignment with the enterprise risk management framework.
The role is a Line 2 function, offering scope for development and executive stakeholder engagement. It will be supported by an Enterprise Risk Analyst.
This position is ideal for a self-motivated individual with a solutions-focused approach who is passionate about shaping new frameworks from the ground up and building something meaningful. They should be able to drive projects, navigate complexity with confidence, and work autonomously within a small team.
The Responsibilities
* Support the Executive Leadership Team and business on compliance obligations and policy framework.
* Develop and implement a consistent approach to ongoing controls self-assessment and assurance to ensure continuing compliance with obligations and policies.
* Develop and implement a policy governance framework.
* Review and update existing policies in accordance with the framework in collaboration with the business.
* Coach policy owners on their individual responsibilities and provide clear and practical advice on compliance matters that enable business objectives.
* Design, develop, and implement a compliance management framework and be responsible for ongoing maintenance of the framework.
* Develop and be responsible for the ongoing maintenance of the end-to-end compliance obligations register.
* Collaborate positively with stakeholders at all levels of the business, balancing diverse agendas to optimise outcomes.
* Evaluate, recommend, and lead the implementation of a governance and risk compliance (GRC) system, acting as the central point of contact and subject matter expert on the platform.
* Manage issues and breach reporting.
* Develop and deliver compliance reporting for management committees and the Board as required.
The ideal candidate will have:
* A minimum of 7 years' experience in a senior compliance role, preferably in the Australian financial services industry.
* Strong experience executing compliance frameworks, risk reviews, and compliance monitoring programs, with the ability to engage, influence, and build strong working relationships with senior business stakeholders.
* Ability to translate compliance requirements into practical application that aligns with business objectives.
* Experience with implementing governance and risk compliance (GRC) systems advantageous.
We offer a permanent full-time position with a competitive salary package. Our organisation fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture and supports a hybrid working model that prioritises work-life balance. Other benefits include access to corporate discounts on health insurance and fitness/wellness brands, discounted gym memberships, employee wellbeing program, internal L&D program, and social club activities.
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