Compliance Manager

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.

At Cochlear, we offer something rare - a Sydney-based opportunity with global impact. As our new Compliance Manager, you’ll be based at our global headquarters and collaborate with stakeholders across APAC, LATAM, EMEA, and North America. This is your chance to make a meaningful contribution in a purpose-driven, innovative company that transforms lives through hearing.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Compliance Manager to support the enhancement of our global ethics and compliance management framework. You’ll play a key role in designing and embedding the framework across Cochlear’s global operations, ensuring alignment with regulatory obligations and industry best practices.

This is a critical role for a compliance professional with deep expertise in operations, governance, and framework design, who thrives in a complex, matrixed environment and is passionate about driving ethical business practices.

Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of a global compliance framework.
- Provide expert guidance on compliance topics including anti-bribery & corruption, sanctions, and conflicts of interest.
- Partner with business units, risk & assurance, and regional legal teams to embed compliance into operations.
- Lead the development and rollout of compliance policies, training, communications, and monitoring programs.
- Conduct compliance risk assessments and oversee investigations, audits, and remediation activities.
- Monitor global regulatory developments and proactively address emerging compliance risks.
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation in compliance processes using technology and data analytics.
- Report to senior management and governance committees on program effectiveness and risk mitigation.

About You

You’re a strategic thinker with a pragmatic approach and a passion for compliance. You bring:

- 5+ years’ experience in risk management, compliance, legal, audit, or regulatory affairs—ideally within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or healthcare.
- Strong knowledge of compliance and governance frameworks.
- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess and prioritise risks.
- Proven ability to embed compliance programs in complex environments.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- High ethical standards, sound judgement, and a strong business mindset.

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How we recognise your contribution

At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.