“It begins at Bendigo Bank”

We’ve never been ‘just a bank’. Just like you should never be ‘just an employee’. We’re united in our belief that in banking, better can be bigger, and together we’re making it happen.

It starts here. With Bendigo Bank… and you.

About the Team 

The Risk and Compliance Services (R&C) function in the first line of accountability (1LOA) has responsibility for enabling the Group to manage risks associated with their respective area of focus, in line with the Group’s risk appetite. In that support, the R&C function will enable the success of the business by instilling a culture of risk management as a core part of how we support our customers and ensure that we have the appropriate processes and practices to meet our compliance obligations.

About the role

As Compliance Manager and reporting to Senior Manager Compliance 1LOA, you will be responsible for supporting the further development, implementation and management of the compliance framework. You will be actively involved in supporting the business to meet regulatory obligations as well as providing operational and regulatory compliance advice in relation the Bank’s compliance obligations.

In particular you will be:

• Monitoring regulatory changes, assessing impacts and supporting implementation 
• Reviewing marketing and training material and disclosure documentation to ensure compliance with obligations
• Providing operational and regulatory advice in relation to the Bank’s and the Division’s compliance obligations 
• Identifying and supporting potential control uplift to ensure obligations are met
• Actively involved in testing, reviewing and monitoring compliance obligations
• Actively develop and monitor compliance plans
• Preparing regulatory responses and notifications
• Working closely with other members of 1LOA R&C, various Business Units, and 2LOD Compliance to enhance the risk & compliance culture

This is a full-time permanent opportunity to be located at one of our corporate offices ideally in Melbourne, Adelaide, Bendigo or Sydney.

About you

To be successful you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Legal, Finance or Business-related fields (highly desirable)
• Strong understanding and practical working Compliance experience within Banking and Financial Services (Line 1 or 2)
• Experience in understanding and interpreting banking and financial services regulations, legislation and processes
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with highly developed influencing skills and ability to explain complex issues
• Strong collaboration and relationship management to deliver on organisational outcomes
• Strong problem-solving skills with an inquisitive and highly motivated mindset

So, why work for us?

You’ll also get access to a great range of benefits, including:

• Flexibility means different things for different people. Whether it’s hybrid work, flexible hours, a compressed work week, job-sharing or something different, our flexible work options are designed to put people first
• Health and wellbeing support, including discounted gym memberships, private health insurance options, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family members
• Opportunities to take your learning to the next level through our corporate university ‘BEN U’ or at an external provider of your choice 

We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success and we actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity of thought to our business. We support candidate requests for adjustment to accommodate an illness, injury, or disability to equitably participate in the selection process.

How to apply 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online with your CV and cover letter