Head of Compliance Advisory

Hostplus; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3% more super contribution

Hybrid and flexible work environment

Dedicated development budget

Additional paid leave over Christmas &

Additional 5 days paid flex leave

20 weeks paid parental leave

Total Wellness Program and EAP

Community service leave

Salary continuance insurance

Long service leave access

Subsidised financial advice

Job summary

Hostplus is seeking a Head of Compliance Advisory to lead a team of trusted advisors and partner with business leaders across the Fund. You will drive the compliance management strategy, shape strategic initiatives, manage regulatory change and strengthen practices across the organisation in Melbourne or Adelaide.

This senior role offers enterprise-wide influence, oversight of privacy and modern slavery programs, and an opportunity to deliver strong member outcomes while maintaining regulatory

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field with post graduate qualifications in risk and compliance leadership.
• Strong preference for advanced qualifications such as a Masters in Finance, MBA, CA or CFA, or GAICD.
• Significant experience within financial services, including 7-10 years in risk, compliance, legal, governance or internal audit roles, and a minimum of seven years in senior strategic leadership positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Compliance Advisory Team to provide continuous independent review and challenge of the implementation of the compliance management framework.
• Provide independent compliance advice and guidance in decision-making to incorporate compliance-based considerations consistent with the Compliance Management Framework and Strategic Plan.
• Design, develop and implement processes for the ongoing management of compliance across the fund, consistent with the compliance management strategy.
• Oversee the effective management of the enterprise compliance library across the end-to-end obligation management lifecycle.
• Lead the ongoing management and enhancement of breach management policies and processes.
• Provide oversight of privacy obligations and processes.
• Oversee the Modern Slavery Steering Committee, Modern Slavery Program for the Trustee Office and preparation of the annual Hostplus Modern Slavery Statement.
• Provide the fund with thought leadership and insight into leading risk management and compliance practices.
• Lead the design and presentation of regular and timely risk reporting for management, Board and Board Committees.
• Lead the execution of the Compliance Advisory Business Plan initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and improve member outcomes.
• As a senior member of the Compliance Team, collaborate, contribute and develop the Compliance Team’s vision, engagement plan and uplift capability.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of regulatory responses and engagements as required.
• Any other reasonable duties requested by the Executive Manager - Risk and Compliance Advisory or Chief Risk Officer.

Education

Degree in a relevant field with post graduate qualifications in risk and compliance leadership

Masters in Finance, MBA, CA or CFA or GAICD (preferred)

Job description

How will you make an impact?Are you passionate about helping our members achieve a dignified retirement?

How will you make an impact?Are you passionate about helping our members achieve a dignified retirement? As Head of Compliance Advisory, you'll lead a team of trusted advisors who partner with business leaders across the Fund to deliver practical compliance advice and support the execution of Hostplus' compliance management strategy. Working closely with the first line of defence, you'll help shape strategic initiatives, manage regulatory change and strengthen compliance practices across the organisation. This is a highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide outcomes and help ensure Hostplus continues to deliver strong results for members while meeting its regulatory obligations. This opportunity is available in either our Melbourne or Adelaide office.

The opportunity

• Lead the Compliance Advisory Team to provide continuous independent review and challenge of the implementation of the compliance management framework.
• Provide independent compliance advice and guidance in decision-making to incorporate compliance-based considerations consistent with the Compliance Management Framework and Strategic Plan.
• Design, develop and implement processes for the ongoing management of compliance across the fund, consistent with the compliance management strategy.
• Oversee the effective management of the enterprise compliance library across the end-to-end obligation management lifecycle.
• Lead the ongoing management and enhancement of breach management policies and processes.
• Provide oversight of privacy obligations and processes.
• Oversee the Modern Slavery Steering Committee, Modern Slavery Program for the Trustee Office and preparation of the annual Hostplus Modern Slavery Statement.
• Provide the fund with thought leadership and insight into leading risk management and compliance practices.
• Lead the design and presentation of regular and timely risk reporting for management, Board and Board Committees.
• Lead the execution of the Compliance Advisory Business Plan initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and improve member outcomes.
• As a senior member of the Compliance Team, collaborate, contribute and develop the Compliance Team’s vision, engagement plan and uplift capability.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of regulatory responses and engagements as required.
• Any other reasonable duties requested by the Executive Manager - Risk and Compliance Advisory or Chief Risk Officer.

About You

• Degree in a relevant field with relevant post graduate qualifications in risk and compliance leadership. Strong preference for advanced qualifications such as a Masters in Finance, MBA, CA or CFA or GAICD.
• Significant experience within financial services, including 7-10 years in risk, compliance, legal, governance or internal audit roles, and a minimum of seven years in senior strategic leadership positions.

What can we offer you?

Benefits

Our employees are passionate about what we do and are proud to be part of an organisation which helps everyday Australians achieve a brighter future. We value diversity of thought and have an open and flexible workplace. Some industry leading benefits we offer include:

• We contribute 3% more to your super on top of the standard employer amount
• A hybrid and flexible work environment
• Dedicated per person development budget to support your growth
• Additional paid leave over Christmas and New Year
• Additional 5 days paid “flex leave”, so that you can take time out when you need it
• 20 weeks paid parental leave
• Total Wellness Program, including benefits such as free flu shots, comprehensive EAP support, access to medical experts and wellness related events throughout the year
• Community service leave
• Salary continuance insurance
• Access to long service leave at 5 years
• Access to subsidised financial advice

Just to name a few!

About Us

At Hostplus, we passionately provide around 2 million members with the best possible service; constantly looking for new ways to deliver better value while helping members get the most out of their super. We are inspired to help our members achieve greater security for their future and ensure they retire with dignity.

Your role at Hostplus will make a difference, whether you're in marketing, financial advice, operations or any of our other divisions - you'll be contributing to ensuring our members retire with the best possible outcomes, and what better feeling is there than knowing your role helps someone to retire with dignity and security?

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. We celebrate diversity and believe that different backgrounds and experiences enrich our relationships and bring meaningful benefits to our people, our members, and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and if you require any adjustments made during the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to us at [e-mail] and to let us know how we can support.