Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Compliance Advisor to play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of one of Australia's leading healthcare organisations.

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We're seeking an experienced Compliance Advisor to lead national regulatory compliance across our pharmaceutical wholesaling operations. Reporting to the Head of Quality & Compliance, this role is pivotal in ensuring we meet our obligations under the Community Service Obligation (CSO), state and federal Department of Health regulations, and a range of broader compliance frameworks.

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This is a highly visible role that partners closely with regulators, senior leaders and cross‐functional teams to drive strong governance, risk management and continuous improvement.

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As Compliance Advisor, you'll own and lead a broad compliance portfolio, including:

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- End to end management of CSO compliance and reporting, including monthly, quarterly, annual submissions and annual reconciliation
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- Oversight of state, territory and federal health regulatory requirements, including licensing and audits
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- Managing Department of Health inspections, Schedule 8 audits and Pharmacy Approval Number (PAN) validations
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- Playing a key role in Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), Indigenous Procurement (NIAA) and related non-financial regulatory reporting, in partnership with internal stakeholders
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- Developing and maintaining a robust regulatory compliance framework, including governance, metrics and executive reporting
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- Proactively monitoring regulatory changes and advising the business on emerging risks and obligations
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- Supporting and maintaining Business Continuity Plans in line with organisational frameworks
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- Contributing to quality and compliance strategy, training and continuous improvement initiatives
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- Acting as a key contributor and approver within the Quality Management System (QMS)
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- Leading and participating in multiple concurrent compliance and quality-related projects with tight timelines
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Who are we looking for?

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The successful candidate will possess the following key skills and experience:

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- A tertiary qualification in Pharmacy, Health Science or a related discipline
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- Experience working in a compliance or regulatory role
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- Solid knowledge of pharmaceutical wholesaling regulations, including CSO and poisons licensing frameworks
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- Experience managing regulatory audits, inspections and complex reporting obligations
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- Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and ISO compliance
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- Business continuity frameworks
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- Advanced communication skills, with the confidence to engage regulators and senior executives
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- Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail
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- The ability to work autonomously while partnering effectively across the business
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- Experience with SharePoint, advanced Excel, financial acumen and process mapping tools (e.g. Visio) will be highly regarded
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- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development including our people leadership program.
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- Employee discounts on a wide range of products as well as corporate discounts on Healthcare Premiums and Novated Leasing.
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- Hybrid working model: 4 days from the Preston office and 1 day working from home.
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- Access to EAP services.
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- Subsidised onsite canteen.
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- Complimentary shuttle bus service from the nearby train stations to support public transport users.
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Make a genuine impact on national healthcare compliance and patient access in a high‐trust, senior role where your expertise has real visibility and influence, working alongside passionate leaders across quality and operations in an organisation committed to safety, integrity and continuous improvement.

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📌 Compliance Advisor (Victoria)
🏢 Sigma Healthcare
📍 Victoria