Description

Morgan McKinley are exclusively supporting a client looking for a Compliance Specialist for an initial 6 month contract (with the likelihood to extend), to work on a hybrid basis in either Sydney or Melbourne.

Reporting to the Manager of Compliance Member Operations, the Compliance Specialist is a vital member of the first-line Risk and Compliance team within the Fund Services division of a leading superannuation fund.

This role ensures regulatory obligations are met across Member Operations by providing technical expertise, reviewing critical member materials, and assessing incidents. You will act as a subject matter expert to ensure ongoing adherence to financial services legislation and prudential standards.
Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day compliance reviews and formal sign-off for member communications, forms, and remediation materials to ensure alignment with relevant legislation.
• Perform detailed compliance assessments on operational incidents in accordance with established breach reporting policies.
• Act as a technical expert on projects, interpreting complex regulatory issues and assisting in the implementation of processes to address new regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to monitor legislative changes and provide education on how these developments impact roles and responsibilities.
• Support the preparation of compliance reports for executive teams and board committees regarding trends, risks, and project performance.

Requirements:

• A minimum of three years' experience in financial services compliance, ideally gained from Superannuation, Funds or Wealth Management.
• Strong knowledge of risk and compliance frameworks and a deep understanding of financial services regulations.
• A relevant tertiary qualification and RG 146 competence are highly desirable for this technical specialist role.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain high-quality interpersonal relationships with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle confidential matters with professional integrity.

To apply for this role, please click the link otherwise please reach out to Hannah Sykes. Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted.