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Group Risk & Compliance Officer Blacktown NSW 2148

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Overview

Workers Lifestyle Group is seeking an experienced Group Risk & Compliance Officer to join our Finance team. This is a high-impact role ideal for professionals from the Hospitality / Finance sector looking to broaden their remit across compliance, risk management, and ESG governance. You will play a key role in upholding the integrity, transparency, and long-term sustainability of a legacy organisation with roots that trace back to a humble tin shed in 1955. Today, we remain proudly community-driven—delivering hospitality, services, and support to Western Sydney and beyond.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years' experience in compliance, risk, or governance—preferably within the Club / Hospitality / Gaming or corporate services sector
• Strong understanding of AML/CTF legislation and regulatory frameworks
• Familiarity with ESG principles and experience supporting or delivering sustainability reporting
• Experience working with regulators such as AUSTRAC, L&GNSW, SafeWork NSW, and local councils
• Excellent analytical and investigative skills—experience with transaction monitoring tools is advantageous
• Proven capability in drafting policies, managing audits, and communicating with senior stakeholders
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in finance, law, risk, governance, criminology, or a related field
• A proactive, systems-minded professional with a passion for compliance, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Full legal working rights in Australia

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of risk management frameworks
• Maintain the Group Risk Register and support internal assurance programs
• Deliver executive level risk reporting, including ESG-related risks
• Drive policy development and document controls across WHS, Privacy, AML/CTF, and Food Safety
• Serve as the AML/CTF Compliance Officer and manage all AUSTRAC-related obligations
• Transaction Monitoring – Review and analyse transactions to identify potential indicators of money laundering or other illicit activities
• Risk Assessment – Assess the organisation's risk exposure related to AML/CTF
• Compliance and Reporting – Ensure compliance with applicable AML/CTF regulations and prepare required reports for submission to relevant authorities
• Conduct transaction monitoring, submit Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs), and perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
• Monitor PEPs and sanctions lists, and manage escalation protocols
• Liquor & Gaming Compliance – Ensure venue operations meet all regulatory requirements under Liquor & Gaming NSW
• Maintain RSA/RCG registers, incident logs, and compliance reporting
• WHS compliance – Oversee safe work practices in line with SafeWork NSW standards
• Support food safety compliance, inspections, and hygiene protocols

ESG & Sustainability Reporting

• Assist in the development of ESG frameworks, data collection processes, and reporting aligned to industry standards
• Identify governance improvements that align with environmental and social responsibility objectives

Benefits

• Enjoy free onsite undercover parking for added convenience
• Receive a 25% discount at all our catering outlets
• 5 weeks annual leave and leave loading
• Play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of a respected, community-focused organisation
• Join a values-driven team with a proud legacy and an exciting, ambitious future

What You'll Need to Know

• The Workers Lifestyle Group supports Equal Employment Opportunity and actively encourages Indigenous applicants to apply
• The Workers Lifestyle Group promotes safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all people including those with a disability

How to Apply

Submit your cover letter and resume to complete your application. Please include your salary expectations in the cover letter.

Additional Information

• The Workers Lifestyle Group supports Equal Employment Opportunity and actively encourages Indigenous applicants to apply
• The Workers Lifestyle Group promotes safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all people including those with a disability

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