Senior Compliance Manager

We believe technology should help people perform better every day. Since our beginning in 1993, people across financial services have trusted us to take their performance to the next level. More than 10,000 businesses and 500,000 people use our software, from the world’s most iconic financial services brands to advice firms of all sizes, banks, insurers, investment managers, traders and brokers. Iress is one of Australia’s largest technology companies and employs more than 1,100 people across Australia, The United Kingdom, Africa, Canada, New Zealand and Asia.

As the Senior Compliance Manager, you will be a key leader in our organization, responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our company's compliance program. You will work closely with all business units and corporate functions to ensure Iress meets all legal and regulatory obligations. Your expertise in applicable governance corporate governance will be critical in mitigating risks and fostering a culture of compliance. 

• Program Leadership: Design, implement, and maintain a robust and effective compliance program that aligns with our business objectives and risk profile.

• Regulatory Change Management: Manage the process for identifying, assessing and implementing regulatory changes required by new or updated laws and regulation.

• Policy Management: Develop and manage the Policy lifecycle process, from creation, to approval to communication to review and retirement, in accordance with the policy management policy.

• Obligations Management: Refine and maintain an obligations register in the GRC system for regulatory and contractual compliance requirements, as well as relevant controls and owners, and implement a system for regular review, attestation and reporting on compliance status. 

• Training & Awareness: Create and deliver engaging compliance training programs for employees to promote a strong compliance culture. 

• Monitoring & Auditing: Oversee internal monitoring activities to ensure adherence to compliance policies and procedures.

• Incident Management: Lead the investigation and resolution of compliance-related issues, incidents, and breaches, including in relation to those relating to Australian Financial Services Licence. 

• Advisory Role: Serve as the primary point of contact for compliance questions, providing expert advice to business units and senior leadership. 

• Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports to the General Counsel APAC, and the Chief Legal, Risk, and Governance Officer on the status of the compliance program, identified risks, and remediation efforts. 

• A tertiary qualification in Business, Law, Finance, or a related field (mandatory).

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in a compliance, legal, risk, or audit role. 

• Proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing effective compliance programs. 

• Experience with Australian Financial Services compliance requirements.

• Demonstrable experience within the technology sector is an advantage. 

• Clear and confident communication skills, with proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. 

• Work collaboratively cross-functional teams, with a hands on and pragmatic approach. 

• Adaptability and ability to thrive in an evolving environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. 

• Strong ethical compass and a commitment to integrity.

• 8 additional paid days per year to extend your weekends

• Hybrid working

• Generous cash bonus for every successful referral

• Starting school leave - 8.5 days of leave to assist your children with the transition to school

• Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carers (up to 4 weeks for secondary carers), and the ability to work part-time when returning to work

• 3 days’ paid leave per year to participate in charity initiatives

• Discounted health insurance premiums

• Access to learning and development programs through LinkedIn Learning

Iress is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture. We strongly believe that diversity is what makes our teams and our products succeed. Our people have different experiences, skills, perspectives and beliefs and everyone’s uniqueness is valued and celebrated.

Our hiring decisions are never based on sexual orientation, race, gender identity, religion, disability, citizenship, marital or family status and age. Even if you feel you don’t meet all of the requirements of the role, we would still like to hear from you!

We’re also proud to be globally recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer that promotes and supports all women in the workplace.

For more information about what we do, our people and values, please visit our website - https://www.iress.com/join-us/careers/

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