Senior Compliance Business Partner

• Partner with executives and regulators to shape compliance culture
• Location: Open to Melbourne or Adelaide based candidates
• 12 month fixed-term contract

About the Role 

A 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.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Amanda Chisholm at amanda@kaizenrecruitment.com.au or Sean Keogh at sean@kaizenrecruitment.com.au, or apply via the link provided.

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