Director of Risk Management

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeGovernance Part time $180,000 - $240,000
Senior Governance Professional

The role of a senior governance professional in an investment management and technology business is to redefine how people engage with financial products and services. With a focus on simplifying wealth management, they deliver managed funds, model portfolios and tailored solutions to the advised retail market.

This senior role is responsible for overseeing governance frameworks, risk management practices, and regulatory compliance functions that underpin the business and its Responsible Entity (RE).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as Company Secretary, supporting the Board and Committees with governance, records, and reporting
  • Lead and enhance GRC frameworks, ensuring compliance with ASIC regulations, AFSL conditions, and RE obligations
  • Drive risk management, including policy reviews, control testing, and regulatory reporting
  • Serve as the primary liaison with regulators, auditors, and external compliance partners
  • Provide strategic guidance to the Board and Executive team on governance, risk, and compliance matters
  • Promote a strong risk culture and mentor teams to embed policies into daily practice

Ideal Qualifications & Attributes:

  • 10+ years' experience in governance, risk, and compliance within funds management, REs, or financial services
  • Deep knowledge of Australian financial services law, the Corporations Act, ASIC requirements, and AFSL obligations
  • Previous Company Secretary experience with a track record of building robust GRC frameworks in scaling environments
  • High integrity, sound judgment, and strong written/verbal communication skills
  • Commercially pragmatic, balancing compliance obligations with business strategy
  • Collaborative and adaptable, thriving in entrepreneurial, fast-growing settings

Seniority Details:

  • Seniority level: Director
  • Employment type: Part-time
  • Job function: Legal and Finance
  • Industries: Investment Management, Financial Services, and Technology, Information and Media

We are seeking candidates with a strong background in governance, risk, and compliance within funds management or financial services who are looking for a part-time leadership opportunity where they can make a real impact.

Our ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Australian financial services law and a proven track record of building robust governance, risk, and compliance frameworks. They must be able to drive risk management initiatives and promote a strong risk culture within the organization.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative and adaptable individual who thrives in entrepreneurial and fast-growing settings. They must have excellent communication skills and be able to provide strategic guidance to the Board and Executive team.

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