Compliance Officer (RISC)

University of Western Australia; Crawley; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Crawley is seeking a Compliance Officer to develop and oversee compliance frameworks. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification, substantial compliance management experience, and strong communication skills. This role offers extensive benefits, including parental leave and superannuation options.

Benefits

26 weeks paid parental leave after one year

4 weeks annual leave with purchase option

25% off full fee courses

Discounted health insurance

Convenient on-campus childcare

Qualifications

• Substantial relevant experience in compliance management.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• Experience in interpreting legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and overseeing compliance frameworks.
• Help maintain compliance obligation registers.
• Analyze legislative changes and recommend policy adjustments.

Skills

Experience in compliance management

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple deliverables

Knowledge of legislative interpretation

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency

Job description

Compliance Officer (RISC)

Job no: 521449
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Administration & Executive support

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is seeking a Compliance Officer to assist with the development, implementation, and oversight of a University-wide compliance framework and system.

• Assist with the implementation and oversight of a University-wide compliance framework to ensure the University meets its legal and regulatory obligations.
• Assist University departments in establishing and maintaining compliance obligation registers, ensuring all relevant and material obligations are identified and understood.
• Contribute to the development of compliance resources and support awareness initiatives to promote understanding of compliance requirements across the University.
• Analyse legislative and regulatory changes, assessing their impact on UWA and with support recommend necessary adjustments to policies and procedures to minimise compliance risks.

The successful candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency, substantial relevant experience in compliance management, and experience in the interpretation of legislation.

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience in compliance management.
• Experience in the interpretation of legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines and the ability to manage multiple deliverables in a dynamic environment.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication and liaison skills.

The University offers a range of benefits, including:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate will be required by the successful applicant.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 22 October 2025