Compliance Manager

Judo Bank; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two Weeks of Additional Leave

Health & Wellbeing Offerings

Home Office Setup Allowance

Flare Benefits & Discounts

Hybrid Working

Parental Leave

Education Assistance

Job summary

Judo Bank is seeking a Compliance Manager to join the Risk and Compliance team in Melbourne. You will develop and embed the Compliance Framework, policies and plans, partnering with first-line teams to strengthen controls and ensure regulatory obligations are understood and operationalised.

You will provide assurance, oversight and guidance to support the business in meeting ASIC, APRA, ACCC and AUSTRAC requirements, while maintaining a practical, solutions-focused approach within a

Qualifications

• 5+ years in banking/financial services in compliance or operational risk roles.
• Strong knowledge of Compliance and Operational Risk Management Frameworks.
• Understanding of ASIC, APRA, ACCC and AUSTRAC requirements.
• Experience partnering with Risk teams to design and implement effective controls.
• Experience in licensed entity environments (AFSL/ACL/ADI).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance frameworks, policies and plans across the business.
• Collaborate with first-line teams to design and implement controls to meet obligations and mitigate risk.
• Identify, assess and provide guidance on regulatory changes and their impact on processes.
• Educate stakeholders and operationalise compliance policies through training and engagement.
• Advise the business on new legislation and regulatory changes and their impact on processes and controls.
• Provide compliance subject matter expertise across the organisation.
• Develop and lead oversight programs and provide assurance to senior management through reviews.
• Oversee and report compliance risks to senior management, committees and regulators.
• Investigate and report incidents and potential compliance breaches.

Skills

Compliance frameworks

Operational risk

Regulatory landscape

Stakeholder engagement

Licensed entity experience

Commercial mindset

Problem solving

Collaboration

Job description

At Judo, we're redefining business banking for the modern era. Built on teamwork, trusted relationships and a challenger spirit, we exist to better serve Australian SMEs. What began in 2016 as a bold idea has grown into one of the fastest-growing new banks globally, with more than 30 locations nationwide.

We put our people and customers at the heart of everything we do. Our agility means we can say 'yes' when others say 'no', delivering personalised banking that helps businesses access the funding they need, when they need it. Relationships matter here - with our customers and with each other.

Our culture - a multi-award-winning place to work

We firmly believe that culture eats strategy for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and that the most important investment we can make is in our people. Our values of Trust, Teamwork, Accountability and Performance guide how we work every day.

Judo was built from the ground up with a clear purpose: to be the most trusted SME business bank in Australia. Our customers and relationships are at the heart of how we work, not bureaucracy. We think differently, invite new ideas, and create an environment where people feel they belong and are empowered.

We're proud to be externally recognised too - including being named on the AFR BOSS Best Places to Work list for four consecutive years. We are certified as a Great Place To Work Australia organisation, being recognised as one of Australia's Best Workplaces 2025, celebrating our dedication to fostering an inclusive, empowering environment.

Our vision is to build a world-class SME business bank and it's our people that can make it happen.

Job Description

Now, about this opportunity…

As a Compliance Manager, you'll play a key role within our Risk and Compliance team, helping to develop, embed and maintain Judo's Compliance Framework while supporting the business to effectively manage compliance obligations and regulatory risk.

You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, partnering with first-line teams to strengthen controls, provide specialist compliance advice and ensure regulatory obligations are understood and operationalised. You'll also contribute to Judo's continued growth by providing assurance, oversight and guidance that supports our purpose of serving Australian SMEs.

If that excites you, this just might be your dream job:

• Develop, embed and maintain compliance frameworks, policies and compliance plans across the business
• Partner closely with first-line teams to ensure controls are appropriately designed and implemented to meet compliance obligations and mitigate risk
• Identify, assess and provide guidance on operational and compliance issues arising from changing business needs and the regulatory environment
• Support the operationalisation of compliance policies through education, training and stakeholder engagement
• Advise the business on new legislation and regulatory changes and their impact on processes and controls
• Provide accurate, timely and practical compliance subject matter expertise across the organisation
• Develop and lead compliance-themed oversight programs and provide assurance to senior management through regular reviews
• Oversee, monitor and report compliance risks to senior management, committees and regulators
• Assess, investigate and report incidents and potential compliance breaches

Qualifications

You'll likely bring:

• At least 5 years' experience within banking or financial services, ideally in compliance or operational risk roles
• Strong working knowledge of Compliance and Operational Risk Management Frameworks
• Demonstrated understanding of the Australian regulatory landscape, including ASIC, APRA, ACCC and AUSTRAC requirements
• Experience partnering with Risk teams and business stakeholders to develop and implement effective compliance controls
• Experience working within a licensed entity environment, including AFSL, ACL and/or ADI frameworks
• A strong commercial and entrepreneurial mindset
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to identify issues and provide practical business-focused solutions
• Confidence making decisions and taking ownership of outcomes
• A collaborative, relationship-led approach to working with stakeholders

Additional Information

Why you'll love working at Judo:

• Two Weeks of Additional Leave Every Year
• Holistic Health & Wellbeing Offerings designed to support your best life, including access to GPs, nutritionists, coaches and psychologists via our partner, CU Health
• Working from Home Setup Allowance
• Flare Benefits & Discounts - access to a wide range of everyday savings and perks
• Freedom to work flexibly with flexible work options including hybrid working
• Equal access to Company Paid Parental Leave - up to 20 weeks
• Education Assistance

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