Manager, Risk and Compliance

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 Risk & Compliance team within CFS's Legal, Governance, Risk and Compliance unit provides strategic oversight and advisory to ensure regulatory compliance and strengthen risk management across the organisation. As a Manager, Risk & Compliance, you lead a team that acts as a trusted partner to the business, embedding robust frameworks, promoting ethical conduct, and driving continuous improvement.

Your contribution includes advising on complex compliance matters, leveraging data-driven insights to identify emerging risks, and fostering a transparent, speak-up culture. By integrating ESG principles and benchmarking against industry best practices, you help uplift compliance maturity and support sustainable governance aligned with CFS's strategic priorities.

This role reports into the Director of Risk and Compliance.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide strategic Line 2 risk and compliance advice across all risk classes, supporting informed decision-making and regulatory alignment.
• Deliver expert insights and guidance on complex risk and compliance matters, enabling transformation initiatives within defined risk appetite.
• Contribute to consistent implementation of key frameworks, policies, and standards, while identifying opportunities for improvement through analysis and assurance activities.
• Collaborate across teams to develop compliance dashboards, reporting, and insights for senior stakeholders, and maintain proactive engagement with regulators.
• Promote an ethical risk culture by embedding obligation management, supporting annual compliance reviews, and ensuring frameworks remain fit for purpose.

Your Capability and Experience

• Extensive expertise in risk and compliance advisory within Superannuation/ wealth management supported by strong academic qualifications in relevant fields such as law or finance.
• Strong experience Risk and Compliance in Financial Advice and Distribution, with the ability to partner with the business, provide clear guidance, and support distribution outcomes within a regulated environment.
• Deep understanding of superannuation (mandatory), investments, and adviser business models, including customer-centric strategies and integrated platforms.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and influence outcomes across diverse functions and complex environments.
• Skilled in leveraging technology and innovative practices, including AI, to enhance risk and compliance frameworks, with a focus on ESG integration and conduct risk.
• Strong capability in driving change, continuous improvement, and applying broad regulatory perspectives to benchmark industry best practices.

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
• Hybrid working model
• 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).