Associate Director – Operational Risk & Compliance
Sydney / Melbourne / Hybrid
The Opportunity
Ethos BeathChapman is partnering with a highly regarded and purpose-driven institutional investor to recruit an Associate Director, Operational Risk & Compliance.
This is a rare opportunity to join a growing organisation at a formative stage, where you will play a key role in shaping and embedding risk frameworks across a complex investment environment.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Operational Risk & Compliance, you will provide specialist advice and assurance across enterprise, strategic and investment risk. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to uplift risk maturity, embed controls, and drive a strong risk culture across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Provide clear, practical risk advice across strategic, enterprise and investment activities
Partner with business units to identify, assess and manage risk exposures
Support investment teams on compliance requirements (including AML/CTF due diligence)
Design and implement risk frameworks, policies and controls
Lead or support controls assurance programs and audit engagements
Deliver high-quality reporting for senior management and Board oversight
Contribute to risk uplift initiatives, including governance and technology-enabled solutions
Champion a strong, proactive risk and compliance culture
About You
5+ years’ experience in operational risk, compliance, or assurance roles
Background in financial services, investment management, or complex regulated environments
Strong understanding of risk frameworks and best practice
Ability to simplify complex issues and communicate clearly in plain English
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Proven experience designing and embedding controls
Self-driven with strong problem-solving and prioritisation capability
What’s on Offer
Work at the forefront of a high-impact investment organisation
Exposure to complex, large-scale investment activity
Opportunity to shape frameworks in a growing environment
Flexible working arrangements across multiple locations
Strong leadership and career development opportunities
For further information on this role or to confidentially apply, please contact Matt Quinn on (02) 8227 9200 or email at mattq@ethosbc.com.au
Only WORD FORMAT resumes will be accepted.
