About the RoleA leading financial services organisation is seeking an accomplished compliance leader to champion a solid culture of compliance, governance, and risk management across the business.

About the RoleA leading financial services organisation is seeking an accomplished compliance leader to champion a strong culture of compliance, governance, and risk management across the business.
The successful candidate will bring extensive experience navigating complex regulatory environments, driving enterprise-wide compliance initiatives, and partnering with senior stakeholders to strengthen governance frameworks and risk management practices.
Key Responsibilities

- Drive the organisation’s compliance strategy by strengthening frameworks, policies, and procedures while ensuring consistent application across business functions;
- Administer and maintain the compliance obligations framework, ensuring accurate monitoring and reporting of regulatory requirements;
- Manage breach assessments and regulatory reporting from identification through to resolution and escalation;
- Partner with key service providers and stakeholders to oversee compliance reporting, governance activities, and ongoing risk discussions;
- Provide expert compliance guidance, training,



and awareness initiatives to foster a strong risk and compliance culture across the business;
- Lead regulatory change implementation, ensuring legislative updates are effectively embedded into business operations and controls;
- Enhance compliance systems and reporting capabilities, leveraging data insights and continuous improvements to strengthen governance processes; and
- Support leadership, board reporting, and team development activities, including workforce planning, performance management, and operational oversight.

Key Qualifications

- Ideally 8 years’ experience in compliance, risk, or audit management within the APRA-regulated financial services sector;
- Proven knowledge of regulatory obligations, governance frameworks, and compliance best practices within highly regulated environments;
- Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Law, Business, or a related discipline preferred;
- RG146 accreditation desirable, or willingness to obtain certification within the first six months; and
- Strong stakeholder management, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to influence compliance outcomes and manage regulatory change initiatives.

📌 Senior Compliance Business Partner (Melbourne)
🏢 Kaizen Recruitment
📍 Melbourne