Risk and Compliance Professional

Risk and Compliance Professional at Axiom

Axiom, the leading provider of on-demand legal talent globally, is seeking dedicated risk and compliance professionals with 3 – 8+ years of experience in the superannuation or banking industry. This long-term interim to perm role involves supporting one of Australia's leading superannuation funds, offering an exciting opportunity to join a growing team. You will collaborate closely with internal business and legal leaders, guiding teams on compliance initiatives across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the risk profile, ensuring risk exposures remain within appetite.
• Conduct proactive risk assessments across operational processes, third-party service providers, and investment performance activities.
• Deliver comprehensive risk reporting and insights to senior executives, committees, and the Board, with a particular focus on operational, investment, and third-party risk.
• Lead or actively participate in governance forums related to operational risk, investment risk, and performance risk, fostering strong collaboration across business and risk teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, methodologies, and controls, particularly within investment operations or broader financial services.
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise risk, operational risk, and compliance requirements, including relevant regulatory and governance expectations (e.g., APRA standards).
• Familiarity with investment operations, performance measurement, and related business processes.
• Proven strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, especially within complex organizational structures.
• Demonstrated experience in a Line 1 risk management role, ideally within investment operations or financial services.

About Axiom

Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent, covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC. We empower legal departments to enhance efficiency, drive growth, and meet the dynamic demands of today’s business landscape with best-in-breed alternative legal services. Axiom prides itself on its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social engagement, recognized as an equal opportunity employer and a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality.

Compensation, Benefits & Location

This role provides a highly competitive compensation and benefits package within the alternative legal services marketplace, including health benefits, pension, and more. Axiomites also gain access to extensive professional development resources and learning programs. While Axiomites predominantly work remotely, some client engagements may require an on-site presence. Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.

Key Skills/Competency

• Risk Management
• Compliance Frameworks
• Superannuation Industry
• Banking Regulations
• APRA Standards
• Investment Operations
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Governance Reporting
• Operational Risk
• Financial Services