Senior Manager, Risk and Compliance

Overview Are you ready to be part of an organisation that values expertise, passion and diversity? At CFS we know that the foundation of our success lies in our exceptional people. We believe in celebrating individuality, have a passion for high performance and creating an environment where you can unleash your full potential. Our people enable us to make a difference and deliver exceptional experiences to help our customers achieve financial freedom. Your Team The Senior Manager, Risk & Compliance is a key leadership position responsible for providing strategic direction, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of integrity and risk excellence across the organisation. This role is an individual contributor across both Risk and Compliance, serving as a single interface into the business. Acting as a trusted advisor to the CFS business, the Senior Manager works within the second line of defence to deliver robust risk and compliance support, enabling the organisation to meet its regulatory obligations while driving operational resilience and business growth. The Senior Manager, Risk & Compliance reports to a Director, Risk & Compliance. The role may be allocated to any portfolio of the CFS business as required, however domain specialisations and technical capabilities may apply. Your Responsibilities Provide strategic-level Line 2 Risk and Compliance advice across all risk classes to CFS management and the regulated entity Boards. Providing deep subject matter insights into the management of your allocated business units risk and compliance matters. Support robust risk-based business decisions through Line 2 advice and challenge. Enable delivery of CFS substantial transformation agenda within risk appetite. Provide advice and strategic guidance to stakeholders across the CFS Group (including the CFS Leadership Team, extended leadership team, external stakeholders and Board) in respect of complex matters associated with financial services risk and compliance management. Contributes to the consistent and sustainable implementation of key Frameworks (including but not limited to the Risk Management Framework and the Compliance Management Framework) and related policies and standards across the CFS Group. Deliver on business analysis to identify areas of improvement or misalignment within operating practices. Your Capability and Experience Mandatory 10+ years' experience in risk and compliance advisory within Wealth businesses. Relevant degree qualification (for example, Law or Finance). Deep understanding of super and investments value chains and integrated business models. Deep understanding of customer centric strategies within integrated business models Deep understanding of adviser business models and relationships with platforms and product providers Proven ability to work with business stakeholders Exceptional collaboration and influencing skills across multiple functions Innovative use of technology and AI in risk and compliance Broad regulatory perspective and industry benchmarking Change leadership and continuous improvement mindset What to Expect At CFS, you'll be working among the very best in the wealth management industry. It's an inspiring environment that encourages development and celebrates success. Other things to look forward to: Additional day for your birthday Access to CFS Employer Super Life Leave - 3 days per annum Access to Sonder who provides human-powered medical, mental health and safety support through one easy-to-use app enabling you to get support whenever and wherever you need. Access to Corporate rates with BUPA Health Insurance Confidential coaching and counselling services supporting life, mind, body, relationships, work and family to assist you in taking charge of your own health and wellbeing CFS Culture At CFS we are committed to creating a thriving environment where individuals can flourish. We believe that success is built upon strong teams, and we are dedicated to celebrating uniqueness, championing individuality and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that when you can truly be yourself, you can unlock your full potential. Apply today and join us in helping Australians to achieve their financial freedom. Please note, CFS requires all candidates to have full work rights in Australia. Where we have preferred candidates, background checks (including Police, Employment, Bankruptcy checks, ASIC banned and disqualified persons) will be completed prior to the final preferred candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not preclude the preferred candidate, however, they will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the role. This role is based on Gadigal Land (Sydney). #J-18808-Ljbffr