- Broad risk, compliance and governance role working closely with executives
- Real ownership, direct access to decision-makers and work that makes a difference.
- Sydney based. Hybrid. 9-month fixed term contract (negotiable). $170k + super

The Role

Working closely with the leadership and executive team, you'll develop, implement and monitor the compliance programs, risk management strategies and governance frameworks behind a large-scale initiative. You will also be responsible for:

- Developing, implementing and maintaining risk management and compliance frameworks aligned to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Conducting risk assessments and compliance audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Advising on privacy, data protection and information security compliance issues.
- Working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations.
- Supporting governance activities and contributing to policies and procedures.
- Monitoring regulatory change and ensuring compliance programs are updated on time.
- Delivering training and awareness programs that build a strong risk and compliance culture.

Skills and Experience

You'll be a detail-oriented, tech-literate risk and compliance professional with strong commercial acumen. You thrive on business impact and on delivering high-quality outcomes within ambitious timeframes.





- 8+ years' experience with a proven track record of managing risk and compliance across projects or transformation programs with minimal supervision.
- Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks, data handling and information security obligations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks and build effective mitigation strategies.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to non-specialists.
- Comfortable working autonomously and collaboratively in a small, fast-paced, agile team, with sound judgment on when to escalate.
- A proactive, hands-on, solutions-focused approach.
- Experience in financial services, digital platforms or telecommunications is highly regarded, as is knowledge of the Privacy Act, CPS 234, OAIC guidance, ISO 27001, SOC2 or PCI-DSS, and cross-border contracting.

Benefits

This is a chance to put your name to a critical program impacting Australians.

- Real ownership and autonomy over your deliverables, with influence on business strategy.
- Strong chance of the role being extended or converting to permanent
- Direct access to decision-makers in a small company.
- Variety and impact from servicing the entire business.
- Flexible hybrid mode and a culture that respects boundaries.
- Smart, approachable and non-hierarchical colleagues.

How to Apply

If you want a contract where your work matters, we want to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV for immediate consideration.

For a confidential chat, contact Jen Jones at Ink Recruitment on +61 (0)409 926 897.

Full Australian working rights essential.

📌 Senior Risk & Compliance Lead | 9 Month Fixed Term Contract (Sydney)
🏢 Ink Recruitment
📍 Sydney