Senior Manager, Compliance

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager, Compliance to join our Line 2 Risk and Compliance function at Mercer Super. This pivotal role supports the Head of Compliance in navigating the regulatory landscape and guides Mercer Super to deliver positive, compliant and risk-aware outcomes for its 900,000+ members. The position can be based in Melbourne or Sydney and is a hybrid role requiring 3 days in the office per week.

• Oversee the Incident Management Process, complete breach assessments and work with the Line 1 Risk & Controls team to track and advise on the investigation and remediation of compliance incidents.
• Support the maintenance of the Mercer Super Obligations Library and Business Unit Compliance Plans.
• Support the Regulatory Change process, from identification through to implementation.
• Complete due diligence reviews of externally facing regulated documents.
• Provide specialised compliance advice, guidance, review and challenge to the Line 1 Risk & Controls team and Business Unit stakeholders.
• Complete targeted Compliance Assurance reviews to assess the effectiveness of the compliance framework.
• Contribute to the preparation and presentation of internal and external reporting.
• Develop and execute conflicts of interest plans for senior leaders, ensuring they detail relevant interests and duties and highlight where conflicts exist.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and work collaboratively with the Mercer McLennan compliance function.
• Stay informed about industry trends and support the Head of Compliance in developing strategies to address compliance challenges.

• Extensive experience in a compliance or legal function within the financial services industry, preferably in superannuation, with 3-5 years in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance practices in a regulated superannuation fund.
• Tertiary qualifications in a law or business-related discipline (preferred).

• In-depth knowledge of compliance and risk frameworks, with the ability to assess regulatory impacts and initiate change projects.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing an incident management process and performing breach assessments, including managing reportable breaches and drafting regulatory communications – preferably in a superannuation context.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining an obligations library and supporting obligation owners to manage and assess the effectiveness of their compliance arrangements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey compliance requirements and foster relationships across the organization.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, promoting a proactive approach to compliance.

• Be part of a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can make a meaningful impact on compliance practices within Mercer Super.
• Collaborate with industry-leading professionals and contribute to the strategic objectives of the organization.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global network.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead compliance initiatives at Mercer Super, we want to hear from you

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week.

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