Senior Compliance Advisor

At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan:
MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World
.

It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan -
MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World
that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here.

WHY WORK FOR US?

• Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget
• Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements
• You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students

The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.

Job Description

YOUR ROLE

As a senior member of the Compliance Team, the Senior Compliance Advisor plays a key role in supporting MACS to meet its legal, regulatory, and internal compliance obligations. Reporting to the Manager, Compliance, this position contributes to maintaining the organisation's Compliance Management Framework, supporting school-facing compliance functions, and enhancing the culture of integrity and compliance across MACS.

You will provide expert advice, monitor regulatory developments, contribute to policy alignment with MACS's risk framework, and collaborate across directorates to mitigate compliance risks. This role is ideal for a compliance professional with a strong understanding of governance principles, attention to detail, and a passion for enabling sound organisational practice in a mission-led environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support the Manager, Compliance in delivering legislative and regulatory compliance strategies across MACS.
• Maintain and enhance MACS's Compliance Management Framework, including obligations registers and alignment with ISO 37301 standards.
• Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure compliance strategies remain current and effective.
• Assist in the coordination of compliance activities related to school reviews, registrations, and complaints.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to support organisational awareness and understanding.
• Ensure alignment between internal policies, procedures, and the organisation's broader risk management framework.
• Collaborate with internal teams and school staff to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Provide guidance and technical support to team members and stakeholders, fostering continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and compliance excellence across MACS.

ABOUT YOU

• You bring proven experience managing compliance matters in complex, highly regulated environments.
• You demonstrate strong knowledge of legal and regulatory obligations within an educational or not-for-profit context (desirable).
• You're a relationship-builder with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• You're solutions-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset and a focus on enabling compliance outcomes.
• You are organised and can manage multiple priorities and deadlines with precision.
• You take pride in upholding integrity, confidentiality, and professional standards in all that you do.

HOW TO APPLY

Please refer to the
position description
for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.

Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our HR team by email

You will need to provide:

1. An up to-date Resume and

2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages

Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check.

Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

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APPLICATIONS CLOSE
: 4.00pm Friday, 24 October 2025