Compliance Advisory Manager at People First Bank Careers

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compliance Obligations, Risk Management, Analytical Mindset, Relationship Building, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Regulatory Change, Incident Reporting, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Management, Advisory Skills, Commercial Awareness, Training Development, Operational Decision-Making, Regulatory Frameworks, Customer Trust

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About the role – Permanent, full-time You will be a part of People First Bank’s Compliance Advisory Management function which supports People First Bank at an enterprise level. With deep subject-matter expertise and a solutions-focused mindset, this team ensures People First Bank operates with integrity, confidence and a strong compliance culture. In this role, you will shape our compliance risk profile, influence senior stakeholders and drive sustainable regulatory change across the business. This is your chance to champion a risk-aware culture and make a meaningful impact on how we serve our customers with integrity. As a key Line 1 advisor, you will partner with leaders to manage compliance risks and ensure regulatory obligations are met with clarity and confidence. Key responsibilities include: Act as the first port of call for pragmatic, commercial and solutions-focused Line 1 compliance advice, translating complex obligations into clear, actionable guidance that supports PFB in delivering products honestly, fairly and efficiently. Shape and maintain People First Bank’s compliance risk profile by identifying emerging compliance risks, conducting compliance risk assessments, and providing high-quality recommendations that influence operational decision-making. Drive the sustainable embedment of the Compliance Risk Management Framework (CRMF) across the 3 Lines of Defence, empowering stakeholders to confidently own their obligations, controls and risk responsibilities. Support the triage of incidents, identifying compliance related incidents, breaches and potentially reportable situations, ensuring accurate reporting to Line 2 and regulators, timely remediation, and continuous reduction of future non-compliance risk. Partner closely with business, Reform Owners and Risk Advisory Managers to implement regulatory change, reviewing policies, procedures, controls, system uplift and training to ensure new obligations are met without compromising customer or business outcomes. Build strong, trusted relationships with senior business stakeholders, providing influential insights and high-quality reporting at Committees, and championing a risk-aware culture that reinforces People First Bank’s reputation for integrity and customer trust. About you Step into a high-impact role where your compliance expertise drives confident decision-making across the bank. Partner with senior leaders, manage emerging compliance risks and regulatory change and influence the way People First Bank meets its regulatory obligations with integrity. You will succeed in this role if you have: 5+ years’ experience in compliance obligations and risk management, ideally within retail banking, and have strong knowledge of AFSL and ACL regulatory regimes. You have an analytical mindset with the ability to interpret regulations, assess compliance risks, and constructively challenge stakeholders where needed. You excel at building trusted relationships across all levels of the business and thrive in a collaborative, advisory-focused environment. You demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and strong record-keeping, ensuring accuracy in reporting, incidents and regulatory submissions. You are an exceptional communicator who can translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, practical and commercially minded advice for senior stakeholders. You are proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a positive, can-do attitude. Location This position can be based in Adelaide or Brisbane or Toowoomba. Why you’ll love working with us: People First Bank – our new brand – says exactly what we’re all about: people. We're committed to supporting and growing our team and creating an outstanding work environment. You’ll have access to financial and lifestyle benefits to support your success and individuality: Flexibility and hybrid working arrangements. Enhance your salary with discounts on banking, health insurance, and shopping across Australia. Advance your career with training, study support, and project opportunities. Competitive leave benefits that empower employees to take time for themselves and loved ones. Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing leave, mental health app, and mental health ambassadors’ program. Make a difference with paid volunteering, Workplace Giving, and diverse community initiatives. Be recognised for your contributions through our peer-driven recognition program. A bit about People First Bank: In March 2023, People’s Choice and Heritage Bank merged to form Heritage and People’s Choice Limited - Australia's leading mutual bank. We are now on an exciting journey to bring together our products, services, and technology under a single brand - People First Bank. We have over 700,000 members and 1,900 employees, with dual head offices in Adelaide and Toowoomba, an Australian-based contract centre and branches across five states. With a vision ‘To deliver positive change through banking’, People First Bank serves members and contributes to the community, while offering an inclusive, flexible work environment. We’re big enough to make an impact; but agile enough to influence and do interesting work. Apply online now: If this sounds like you, this could be the next step in your career. Click 'Apply' now and submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume by COB Friday 2nd January, 2026. Note- As we approach the festive season, please note that our team will be out of the office from Monday, 22 December 2025, to Friday, 2 January 2026. If we are unable to contact you before this period, we will be in touch upon our return in the new year. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support candidate requests for adjustments to enable everyone to equitably participate in our selection process.

Responsibilities

The Compliance Advisory Manager will provide compliance advice and shape the compliance risk profile for People First Bank. They will partner with leaders to manage compliance risks and ensure regulatory obligations are met effectively.