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Company: Mercer Description: We are seeking a talented individual to join our Risk and Compliance team at Mercer Super. This role will be based in Australia. It is a hybrid position requiring at least three days per week in the office. Head of Compliance Mercer Super At Mercer Super, were undertaking a significant uplift and transformation of our risk management framework. The Mercer Super Board has an ambitious vision, and this program will strengthen our foundations and uplift capacity and capability. We aim to build a resilient, safe, and prepared future for our members, colleagues, business partners, and each other. We strive for excellence and continuous improvement, fostering a team that values high standards, humility, and people development. If you are driven by purpose and eager to make an impact, this is your moment. Join a team committed to doing whats right, prioritising member interests, and shaping the future of risk and compliance. Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer for Mercer Super, the Head of Compliance is a key leadership role responsible for managing regulatory complexities and ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations. Responsibilities include overseeing breach assessments, maintaining the obligations library, and acting as the Conflicts Officer for Mercer Super. This leadership role is within the Line 2 Mercer Super risk team. Candidates must have experience in the superannuation sector. While prior leadership experience is preferred, exceptional individuals seeking their first leadership role are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will possess strong risk and compliance knowledge, resilience, change management skills, and the ability to engage in constructive, member-focused conversations. Key Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and develop the Compliance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. Set exemplary standards in conduct and work, exemplifying best practices in compliance management. Provide expert compliance advice and support to Line 1 business units, managing compliance and regulatory risks effectively. Oversee the obligations register within the GRC system, ensuring its comprehensiveness and relevance. Review incidents and breach assessments, collaborating with MMC colleagues to escalate concerns. Build strong relationships with stakeholders, presenting compliance plans and updates to senior management and committees. Essential Qualifications and Experience: Tertiary qualifications in a business-related discipline. Extensive experience in compliance or legal functions within financial services, preferably in superannuation. 2-3 years in a similar compliance role with a proven track record. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Attributes: Experience leading compliance teams. Deep knowledge of compliance and risk frameworks, including obligations registers. Strong critical thinking and stakeholder management skills. Adaptability to change and a proactive approach. Why Join Us: Access to professional development, interesting work, and supportive leadership. Inclusive culture fostering collaboration and innovation. Opportunities for career growth, benefits, and well-being initiatives. Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in investment, work, health, and retirement solutions. Marsh McLennan operates in 130 countries with over 90,000 employees and annual revenues of $24 billion. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with at least three days in the office per week. Office teams will designate an "anchor day" for in-person collaboration. #J-18808-Ljbffr