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    Position Title: Risk & Compliance (Contract)
    Team: Risk and Compliance
    Reports to: Head of Risk Assurance & Compliance
    Salary: $600-$1000 + super (depending on experience)

    Role Purpose:
    The Risk & Compliance Specialist will play a key role in managing and mitigating risks within the business, ensuring operational success. As a member of the first line of defense in the Risk and Compliance team, this role is responsible for identifying, assessing, managing, and monitoring risks arising from day-to-day business activities. The role also involves promoting a strong risk management culture and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation in both Australia and New Zealand. Strong collaboration with business teams and management is essential for success in this role.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Risk Management:

    • Provide expert risk management advice across all areas of the business as required.
    • Support the business in adhering to internal risk frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure they remain compliant, effective, and relevant.
    • Assist in overseeing the company's control environment, including participation in activities such as Risk Control Self-Assessments, Risk Appetite reviews, compliance attestations, and business continuity testing.
    • Help the business write and test controls.
    • Collaborate with the second-line risk team to evaluate the impact of new regulatory changes, assisting the business in interpreting and implementing requirements.
    • Work with stakeholders to identify key activities for the First Line Risk Program and ensure successful implementation within the business.
    • Provide proactive guidance and advice on new initiatives, reviewing incidents for trends, root causes, and opportunities for business improvement.
    • Conduct analysis and provide insightful reporting.
    • Coach frontline colleagues in risk management practices.

    General Responsibilities:

    • Demonstrate strong communication skills, including the ability to lead workshops and engage effectively in group discussions.
    • Adhere to the company's Code of Conduct, exhibiting ethical and professional behavior at all times.
    • Operate in alignment with the company's core values: Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, and Trust.
    • Comply with all company policies and procedures, including health and safety standards.
    • Foster a safe and inclusive work environment.
    • Perform other tasks as reasonably directed based on skills, competence, and abilities.

    Key Relationships:

    • Internal: Business stakeholders, Legal Services, Executive Leadership, Senior Leaders, Second-Line Risk, Internal Audit, and other team members.
    • External: Legal firms, Risk consultants.

    Required Skills and Attributes:

    • Strong understanding of risk and control concepts and the ability to apply them effectively.
    • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify and explain legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.
    • Solid technical and analytical skills for identifying, quantifying, and addressing business risks and non-compliance issues.
    • Strong time management skills to plan, prioritize, and deliver within deadlines.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

    Experience:

    • Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the General Insurance sector.

    Qualifications:

    • ISO 31000 Risk Management knowledge is highly desirable.
    • Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, or Law is preferred.
    • Relevant insurance qualifications are also desirable.

    By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.

    Insurance / risk / compliance

    3 results for Head Of Legal

    Compliance Officer <table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="552"><p><strong>Position Title:</strong> Risk &amp; Compliance (Contract)<br /> <strong>Team:</strong> Risk and Compliance<br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> Head of Risk Assurance &amp; Compliance<br /> <strong>Salary: </strong><strong>$600-$1000 + super (depending on experience)</strong></p><p><strong>Role Purpose:</strong><br /> The Risk &amp; Compliance Specialist will play a key role in managing and mitigating risks within the business, ensuring operational success. As a member of the first line of defense in the Risk and Compliance team, this role is responsible for identifying, assessing, managing, and monitoring risks arising from day-to-day business activities. The role also involves promoting a strong risk management culture and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation in both Australia and New Zealand. Strong collaboration with business teams and management is essential for success in this role.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Risk Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide expert risk management advice across all areas of the business as required.</li><li>Support the business in adhering to internal risk frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure they remain compliant, effective, and relevant.</li><li>Assist in overseeing the company's control environment, including participation in activities such as Risk Control Self-Assessments, Risk Appetite reviews, compliance attestations, and business continuity testing.</li><li>Help the business write and test controls.</li><li>Collaborate with the second-line risk team to evaluate the impact of new regulatory changes, assisting the business in interpreting and implementing requirements.</li><li>Work with stakeholders to identify key activities for the First Line Risk Program and ensure successful implementation within the business.</li><li>Provide proactive guidance and advice on new initiatives, reviewing incidents for trends, root causes, and opportunities for business improvement.</li><li>Conduct analysis and provide insightful reporting.</li><li>Coach frontline colleagues in risk management practices.</li></ul><p><strong>General Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrate strong communication skills, including the ability to lead workshops and engage effectively in group discussions.</li><li>Adhere to the company's Code of Conduct, exhibiting ethical and professional behavior at all times.</li><li>Operate in alignment with the company's core values: Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, and Trust.</li><li>Comply with all company policies and procedures, including health and safety standards.</li><li>Foster a safe and inclusive work environment.</li><li>Perform other tasks as reasonably directed based on skills, competence, and abilities.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Relationships:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Internal:</strong> Business stakeholders, Legal Services, Executive Leadership, Senior Leaders, Second-Line Risk, Internal Audit, and other team members.</li><li><strong>External:</strong> Legal firms, Risk consultants.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Skills and Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong understanding of risk and control concepts and the ability to apply them effectively.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify and explain legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.</li><li>Solid technical and analytical skills for identifying, quantifying, and addressing business risks and non-compliance issues.</li><li>Strong time management skills to plan, prioritize, and deliver within deadlines.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the General Insurance sector.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>ISO 31000 Risk Management knowledge is highly desirable.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, or Law is preferred.</li><li>Relevant insurance qualifications are also desirable.</li></ul><p> </p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iZXJ0YS5CbGFja2ZvcmQuNDM5ODAuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif"> Senior Compliance Manager <table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="552"><p><strong> </strong>Our well established client is looking for a Senior Compliance Manager with insurance background. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Report to Lead Compliance Principal and work across various compliance functions.</li><li>Lead or support teams as required for specific projects or initiatives.</li><li>Assist in deep-dive reviews to identify gaps in compliance and regulatory issues.</li><li>Provide compliance advice on regulatory change projects, including Privacy Act Review.</li><li>Advise on the effectiveness of compliance risk management at Hollard.</li><li>Support management of regulatory compliance incidents.</li><li>Respond to regulatory lodgements or requests from ASIC, APRA, OAIC, etc.</li><li>Develop tools for more efficient enterprise-wide compliance risk management.</li><li>Create and maintain reports to ensure compliance requirements are met.</li><li>Work alongside Group Compliance team to achieve overall objectives.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Desired </strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience in a Line 2 Compliance role or similar.</li><li>4+ years' legal, insurance, or financial services compliance experience (insurance preferred).</li><li>Tertiary qualification or diploma in relevant fields (Accounting, Law, etc.).</li><li>Strong knowledge of APRA standards, Corporations Act, ASIC Act, GI Code of Practice.</li><li>Management experience is advantageous.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and risk incident software.</li><li>Ability to analyse risks and recommend practical solutions.</li><li>Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to build relationships and engage stakeholders effectively.</li><li>Collaborative, resilient, and professional with a high level of integrity.</li><li>Self-motivated and adaptable with a forward-thinking mindset.</li><li>Ability to work in a dynamic and demanding environment.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and proactive in improving processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is an immediate start contract role for an ongoing contract for a seasoned contractor.</p><p> </p><p>Opportunity for a temp to perm role for the right long-term candidate.</p><p> </p><p>Based in Sydney, work fully remote working on the east coast available.</p><p> </p><p>If you have previous incident and breaches management experience within the insurance industry please get in touch today with Chantelle - chantelle.dean@roberthalf.com.au</p><p> </p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhbnRlbGxlLmRlYW4uOTE2MDAuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif"> Tax Manager - Contract Role <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and manage the company's indirect tax (VAT, GST, Sales Tax, etc.) compliance, including reporting and filings.</li><li>Lead the preparation of indirect tax returns and ensure timely submission across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Stay up to date on tax changes and proactively assess their impact on business operations.</li><li>Support and manage indirect tax audits and investigations.</li><li>Advise business units on indirect tax matters, ensuring tax efficiency in transactions and processes.</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Finance, Legal, Operations) to provide strategic advice on tax implications.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong>.</p><ul><li>Min 5 years of experience in indirect tax, preferably in a multinational company.</li><li>Strong knowledge of indirect tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements</li><li>Experience with indirect tax software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).</li><li>Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>This is an on-site position.</strong> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGFzY2FsZS5kZXNwbGVudGVyZS44MzU4Ni4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">