Compliance Manager

Mō te tūranga | About the Role  

As Compliance Manager, you will support the delivery of second line compliance activities across a broad range of regulatory and compliance topics. You’ll work closely with Business Unit Risk Managers to identify, manage, monitor and report on compliance risks, while helping to continuously improve compliance frameworks, policies and processes. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional who enjoys working across diverse stakeholders, providing trusted advice, and helping embed strong compliance practices across a complex organisation. 

Key responsibilities include:  

• Deliver second line compliance activities, including embedment of frameworks, policies and processes to support the effective management of compliance obligations 

• Conduct compliance risk assessments, assess incidents, contribute to management reporting, and provide pragmatic advice and guidance to the business 

• Collaborate with Business Unit Risk Managers to embed the Compliance and Conduct Risk Management Framework, with a focus on operational compliance practices 

• Develop, review and implement compliance policies and procedures aligned to business operations 

• Support specialist compliance projects as required, ensuring sustainable and durable compliance outcomes 

• Provide clear guidance and training on regulatory obligations and how they apply in practice 

• Maintain accurate and up to date compliance content on internal systems and websites 

 Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?  

• A New Zealand Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 

• At least three years’ experience in a risk, legal, audit or regulatory function 

• Foundational knowledge of risk management practices and methodologies 

• Working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and global compliance best practice 

• Strong capability across Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI or similar tools 

• Compliance experience within banking or financial services 

• Experience implementing or overseeing risk and compliance frameworks 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to interpret complex regulatory information and tailor messages for different audiences 

• Confidence to influence and promote a strong culture of compliance aligned to Board and regulatory expectations 

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities 

• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across the business 

• A genuine desire to learn and continuously develop 

 Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac  

Immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, and receive some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with:  

• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best  

• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year 

• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme  

• Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers 

• Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave 

• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday 

• 2 Volunteer days per year