Head of Compliance

Montu is Australia's largest healthtech business with a focus on alternative healthcare. Founded in 2019, it supports patients, doctors and pharmacies through its Alternaleaf clinic, offers accredited healthcare education to clinicians via its SAGED platform, and dispensing solutions to pharmacies across Australia through Leafio. Montu is also the founding member of Cannabis Council Australia, a non-for-profit advocacy body that advances legislative change across the healthcare landscape. Our mission is to make alternative healthcare more affordable and accessible for the millions who could benefit.

Montu has been recognised as Australia's fastest-growing tech company in the Deloitte TechFast 50 for two consecutive years (#1 in 2022 and 2023), achieving remarkable revenue growth of 26,000% and 9,000%. Named #1 on LinkedIn's Top Startups Australia 2024, Montu has cemented its position as the largest business of its kind outside North America and continues to evolve on its journey.

This role is an Australia-based, fully work-from-home position, with access to co-working spaces in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

At Montu, we're building one of the most impactful healthcare companies in Australia, transforming access to medical cannabis and setting the standard for excellence in patient care. To achieve this, we need a world-class approach to risk and compliance.

We're looking for a Head of Compliance to take ownership of Montu's compliance strategy and lead a high-performing team to deliver outcomes that underpin our growth. Reporting to the General Manager of Risk & Compliance, this role will play a critical part in strengthening our compliance framework, ensuring Montu continues to meet its legal and regulatory obligations while fostering a culture of accountability and integrity across the business.

What you'll be doing

• Lead the strategic direction of Montu's compliance function, advising the Executive Leadership Team on compliance risks, regulatory developments, and emerging issues.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve compliance frameworks, policies, and training, embedding compliance into Montu's culture.
• Oversee compliance risk management and monitoring programs, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and regulators to maintain transparency and trust.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the compliance team, building capability and driving continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in senior compliance roles within large, highly regulated industries.
• Strong background in designing and implementing compliance programs across multiple regulatory domains.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and coaching high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of relevant legislation, standards, and regulatory expectations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at executive level.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in law, risk, compliance, or a related discipline.

This is a high-impact leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape Montu's compliance function during a period of significant growth and transformation. If you're passionate about building robust compliance frameworks and leading with integrity, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll be joining a high-performing, fast-paced team where your work drives meaningful impact in a leading tech company at the intersection of healthcare. We take pride in our driven and results-focused culture, where ambitious individuals can push the boundaries of innovation and contribute to better outcomes for Australians.

Other benefits include:

• Gaining access to SAGED courses and more through the Greenhouse learning platform, fostering continuous growth and development.
• Enjoying discounts with over 450 retailers through our Reward and Recognition platform.
• The freedom of a full-time, work-from-home role.
• Access to co-working spaces in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and select regional cities.
• Mental health support through our wellbeing platform, Unmind.
• A private health insurance discount through Medibank.
• Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Swag kits to celebrate key milestones in your journey with us.
• Enhance your home office with our work from home equipment allowance benefit.
• Being part of one of the fastest-growing industries in Australia, improving the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients.

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