About JANA
We are here for one reason: People. Together with our clients, we can change the lives of millions of Australians for the better.
JANA is a leading investment consulting firm with offices in Melbourne & Sydney. We provide investment advisory consulting and portfolio solutions to wholesale and institutional clients, including superannuation funds, charities, advisory groups, insurers and foundations. JANA Wealth partner with leading advisory firms, private wealth managers, and family offices to deliver institutional-grade investment advice and portfolio solutions. We foster close relationships with each client to understand their needs and identify unique investment opportunities for their benefit.
Your new role
The purpose of this role is to provide risk, compliance and vendor management services to ensure JANA operates with an effective risk management framework, maintains compliance with all applicable law, and operates an effective vendor management framework. You will work closely with JANA's leadership team and Board, including in connection with JANA's expanding services in the Wealth market. This role can be based in our Melbourne or Sydney office and reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
Lead and coordinate the implementation of JANA's risk management framework, including in connection with JANA's expanding services in the Wealth market
Lead the monitoring and reporting on the implementation and outcomes of the risk management framework
Lead Business Continuity Planning within JANA, including testing and desktop simulations
Implement and continuously improve JANA's compliance management program,



with a particular emphasis on AFSL and AML compliance
Lead and coordinate the implementation of JANA's vendor management framework, including monitoring and reporting on outcomes
Participate in AFSL and financial audits, engaging internal audit resources as required
Provide assistance with regulatory liaison as required
About you
Equally challenging and rewarding, this opportunity is perfect for someone with:
10+ years' experience in legal, compliance or risk management within financial services, with knowledge of investment and wealth platforms essential
A solid understanding of financial services laws and risk and compliance management frameworks
The ability to implement an end-to-end risk management and compliance framework, leveraging existing frameworks and input from senior leaders
The ability to build trust and respect from internal staff and the Board, and positively represent JANA's brand with external stakeholders
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
The ability to travel between Sydney and Melbourne
A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. law, risk management or compliance) is required alongside transferable work experience and skills.
Being part of the team at JANA is just the beginning
At JANA,



we offer rewarding careers for outstanding professionals where you will receive recognition based on your performance. Further to this, JANA also provides the following benefits for its people:
50% reimbursement on costs for further study on relevant courses and study leave provisions
Adaptable work options
Ability to purchase an additional 4 weeks of annual leave per year
Generous leave provisions including sick, carer's, and parental leave options to support our people when they need it most
An annual Volunteer Day to contribute to your favourite charity or community cause
Regular health and wellbeing seminars and activities as part of our Health and Wellbeing program
Monthly reward and recognition program
Employee Assistance Program and flu vaccines
Applications will only be considered from candidates with appropriate Australian working rights. Successful applicants must complete a Criminal & Bankruptcy check before commencing employment. JANA does not accept unsolicited resumes or approaches from recruitment agencies and will not be liable for any associated fees.
Acknowledgement Of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation, JANA respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
JANA is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or other protected attributes.
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📌 Head Of Risk And Compliance, Sydney
🏢 JANA Investment Advisers
📍 Sydney