Compliance Manager - Fund Management

About the role

A growing financial services organisation providing governance, trustee and compliance solutions to wholesale investment managers across Australia is looking for a Compliance Manager in Melbourne. The role supports both the firm's internal compliance obligations and the compliance needs of its client investment managers, working closely with senior stakeholders to maintain a robust compliance framework. It suits an experienced compliance professional who enjoys autonomy, relationship management and applying regulatory requirements in a commercial setting.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and support the firm's compliance framework, policies and procedures.
• Manage compliance monitoring programs, registers and reporting obligations.
• Support compliance oversight of investment manager and authorised representative clients, reviewing their compliance reports, registers and governance documentation.
• Monitor regulatory developments and help implement regulatory changes.
• Support breach reporting, incident management and remediation, and assist with compliance audits, reviews and regulatory enquiries.
• Prepare compliance reporting for senior management and governance forums.
• Provide practical compliance guidance to internal and external stakeholders and identify improvements to compliance systems, processes and controls.

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years' experience in financial services compliance.
• Experience in funds management, trustee, responsible entity, investment management or related financial services sectors.
• Demonstrated experience managing compliance monitoring and reporting frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of AFSL obligations and the Australian regulatory environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and proven ability to build relationships with clients and senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

What we offer

• The chance to work closely with experienced industry professionals.
• Broad exposure across funds management, governance and regulatory compliance.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• A meaningful role within a growing, highly regarded business.