This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with the chance for extension and potential conversion to a permanent role. The position can be based in either Sydney or Melbourne.

Compliance plays a pivotal role in strengthening Ord Minnett’s commitment to ethical conduct, regulatory integrity and prudent risk governance.

This role has been created to lead a significant compliance project within Ord Minnett’s Private Wealth business, with a particular focus on advice governance, policy, frameworks and supporting controls in response to regulatory reform, strategic priorities and evolving risk appetite.

Sitting within the Compliance team, you will work closely with senior stakeholders across Private Wealth, Risk and Operations, contributing to outcomes that directly support Ord Minnett’s strategic priorities and risk appetite. This is a high‑visibility, project‑focused role working closely with the Head of Compliance and the Project Team.

What You’ll Do

The Compliance Project Lead will support the Head of Compliance in delivering the following:

- Lead and deliver a major compliance project within Ord Minnett’s Private Wealth business
- Review advice‑related policies, procedures and client‑facing documentation
- Analyse data and thematic review outcomes to identify risks, trends and control improvements
- Translate regulatory developments into practical, business‑focused compliance solutions
- Support the design and implementation of enhanced and automated compliance controls
- Prepare high‑quality reporting and papers for senior management, committees and the Board
- Deliver targeted compliance training and awareness initiatives




- Provide independent, timely compliance advice to key stakeholders
- Support the Head of Compliance and represent Compliance in internal meetings and on committees as required

What You Bring

- 5–10 years’ experience in financial services compliance, advice governance, risk, or a regulator
- Strong knowledge of Private Wealth advice frameworks and AFSL obligations is preferred
- Sound understanding of ASIC regulatory guides and advice‑related reforms
- Experience leading or contributing to complex compliance projects or reviews
- Strong analytical capability with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive mindset with a genuine interest in developing into a senior compliance role
- Tertiary qualifications in Financial Advice, Finance, Law, Economics or Business are prefered.

If you are a motivated compliance professional looking to broaden your impact and take the next step in your career, we welcome your application.

Join us in shaping the future of the Australian investment landscape and be part of a team that values excellence, cohesiveness and a great work culture. Elevate your career where you will become an integral part of Australia's premier wealth management group.

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📌 Compliance Strategic Advice Lead (City of Sydney)
🏢 Ord Minnett
📍 City of Sydney