Manager, Regulatory Compliance (Australia & New Zealand)

The Manager, Regulatory Compliance, Australia & New Zealand will be a key member of the Global Risk and Compliance (GRC) team, assisting with the development and oversight of the company’s regulatory compliance framework and ensuring alignment with applicable laws and standards. Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), you will have extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements in Financial Services, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations in Australia and New Zealand, and industry best practices related to compliance program management and regulatory oversight.In this role, you will be a key member of the GRC team and will provide inputs in implementing and maintaining the company’s regulatory compliance policies, procedures, and compliance assurance programs. This includes ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements, managing regulatory audits and inspections, and serving as the primary point of contact with regulatory authorities in Australia and New Zealand. You will also provide strategic advice and compliance guidance to senior leadership and business teams to support sustainable growth while mitigating compliance risks.Most importantly, you will bring a passion for building and sustaining robust regulatory compliance programs, with a focus on fostering a strong culture of compliance and operational excellence across the organization.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist the CCO in maintaining and enhancing a robust regulatory compliance framework for the organisation, ensuring alignment with Finmo’s obligations and industry best practices.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, Engineering and Operations, to embed compliance considerations into business operations and product development.Oversee the execution of regulatory control reviews, including Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessments (EWRA), regulatory obligations Gap-Analysis, as well as ensuring continuous evaluation of regulatory risks across the organization.Manage internal and external regulatory audits, ensuring readiness, coordination, and timely responses to findings or recommendations.Assist Fraud and Operations teams with advice and support on local operations, fraud prevention and disputes management to ensure alignment to industry best practices Assist with maintaining and improving the company’s Compliance Training Program to promote awareness and deeper understanding of Compliance obligations across all levels of the organization.Conduct detailed reviews and assessments of regulatory policies and procedures, ensuring they are up-to-date with evolving laws, regulations, and guidelines.Serve as a key point of contact for regulators and Law Enforcement Agencies, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring a proactive and transparent relationshipProvide strategic compliance guidance to leadership and operational teams, balancing business objectives with regulatory requirementsOversee the development and implementation of reporting systems to track compliance metrics, ensuring clear visibility into the organization’s regulatory adherence.Foster a strong culture of compliance by actively engaging with teams across the organization and promoting adherence to the company’s risk and compliance standards.