Head of Compliance, Australia & New Zealand Join to apply for the Head of Compliance, Australia & New Zealand role at IG Group . Overview The Head of Compliance is a leadership position accountable for overseeing regulatory compliance frameworks across Australia and New Zealand. This role serves as the strategic compliance leader for the region and a key commercial partner to the business, enabling the achievement of objectives while maintaining regulatory standards. Your role in the Team's Success Lead comprehensive compliance management and oversight across IG's Australian and New Zealand operations, ensuring full adherence to regulatory requirements including AUSTRAC, ASIC and FMA standards. Lead a team of compliance professionals, delivering mentorship, professional development, and optimal resource deployment across compliance processes. What You’ll Do Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs ensuring full regulatory adherence across IG Australia (AU & NZ). Provide strategic compliance advice to support IG’s vision while delivering commercial objectives within regulatory boundaries. Interpret and implement regulatory changes, maintaining IG's commitment to raising the bar. Lead compliance aspects of business transformation projects and change management initiatives. Advocate for fair client outcomes, fulfilling regulatory expectations and embodying IG's value to Champion the Client. Lead new product rollouts as the compliance stakeholder, ensuring products and services are launched in full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal frameworks. Identify commercial opportunities within IG's risk appetite and regulatory parameters to enable growth. Identify opportunities to improve and create efficiencies in compliance processes and ways of working. Provide second-line oversight and advice for all financial services provisions and major decisions affecting AU and NZ operations. Oversee AML/CTF programs to meet AUSTRAC and FMA obligations. Oversee the complaint handling framework across first and second line teams. Lead regional relationship management with key external stakeholders including ASIC, AUSTRAC, AFCA, FMA, OAIC, and industry associations. Serve as AFSL Responsible Manager and represent IG Australia in risk and compliance committees. Provide leadership within the Australian office to embed IG's purpose, strategy, and values. Prepare high-quality Board papers and management reporting on compliance matters. Key Qualification Requirements What you’ll need for this role Essential Experience Financial services expertise: Minimum 7 years in financial markets with progression to senior compliance roles. Regulatory knowledge: Deep knowledge of ASIC regulations and AML/CTF rules. Leadership: Experience managing compliance teams and influencing senior stakeholders. Framework implementation: Experience implementing a robust compliance framework across complex financial services operations. Stakeholder management: Proven ability managing internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, vendors, and partners. Local market expertise: Deep understanding of Australian financial services market dynamics and regulatory expectations. Essential Qualifications Degree: Bachelor in Commerce, Law, Finance, or related field. Technical Skills Comprehensive understanding of financial products and services, particularly derivatives, securities and trading operations. Expert knowledge of Australian financial services regulatory frameworks. Strong risk assessment and mitigation capabilities. Ability to balance commercial initiatives with regulatory risk and compliance obligations. Leadership And Management Ability to foster a high-performance team culture; autonomous decision-making in complex situations. Strategic thinking and business acumen; effective delegation and resource management. Communication And Interpersonal Exceptional written and verbal communication; strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business solutions. Personal Attributes Strong ethical foundation and integrity; resilient problem-solving under pressure. Collaborative leadership style; continuous learning mindset in evolving regulatory environments. How We Work Hybrid model with 3 days in the office. Our approach emphasizes thoughtful ways of working and five focus areas for high performance: Lead and Inspire, Think Big, Champion the client, Deliver at pace, Raise the bar. Perks Growth-focused development programs, mentoring with leaders, clear career progression, networking through committees and clubs, and extra time off for volunteering. Join us Apply now. Number of openings: 1. Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. J-18808-Ljbffr
