Job Description
Work options: Hybrid
We’re the Health Insurance Fund of Australia, but our friends call us HIF and we have an exciting opportunity for a Compliance Manager with experience in a similar role and great people skills, to join our team.
About the role:
We are looking for a great communicator with experience leading, coaching, and motivating teams who wants a varied hands-on role and is passionate about promoting the visibility and awareness of, as well as the responsibility and accountability for, compliance management.
The Compliance Manager supports the Head of Risk and Compliance (RC) and the wider RC team, in attaining HIF’s strategic and other organisational objectives through the provision of leadership, advice and support in effective execution of robust compliance management.
The role centres around delivering the following:
Lead the effective implementation of HIF’s Compliance Management Policy (CMP) across the organisation, including promoting awareness and accountability for compliance obligations and risks.
Maintain and enhance, through the development of appropriate registers and reporting, HIF’s risk and compliance management system (Protecht) to ensure organisation-wide compliance risks are consistently recorded, monitored and reported on.
Provide guidance and support to the business in monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of the CMP.
Create, maintain, schedule and deliver compliance management training and awareness initiatives.
Implementation and management of key compliance control testing and report on results of focussed compliance reviews, including recommendations to improve the internal control environment.
Manage annual Private Health Insurance Code of Conduct Self-Audits.
Review operational business processes to identify potential process, obligation or compliance risks, or inefficiencies in controls, and suggest suitable process improvement initiatives to process owners for implementation.
Assist in the preparation of appropriate reporting of compliance activities for the Board, HIF’s Leadership Team and Management.
What we're looking for in you:
A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a compliance and/or a risk and compliance related role.
Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of compliance management frameworks.
Experience within financial services or insurance industries.
Good working knowledge of APRA Prudential Standards relevant to Private Health Insurance industry.
Ability to interpret regulation and legislation, as well as standards and guidelines, that apply to the Private Health Insurance industry.
Demonstrated knowledge of the Australian Standards Compliance Management Systems (AS ISO19600:2015).
Ability to build relationships and influence both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
Excellent written and communication skills and attention to detail.
Experience in the use of Protecht.ERM / other Enterprise Risk Management systems is desirable.
About HIF:
HIF is a close-knit, member-owned organisation with a team of 125 passionate employees, headquartered on Stirling Street, just a stone’s throw from the Perth CBD. We are a values-driven organisation where our culture is built on trust, open communication, and supporting each other to do our best work - because we know that when our people thrive, so do our members.
In 2025, HIF was recognised as an Employer of Choice, acknowledging our commitment to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued and able to thrive. We have also proudly held Inclusive Employer certification from the Diversity Council of Australia since 2023.
While these certifications matter, what matters most to us is that they reflect the real, everyday experience of our people. At HIF, inclusion and culture are not just policies or frameworks - they are lived through the way we lead, support one another, and show up for our people each day. Joining HIF means contributing to a workplace where people feel supported, challenged, and inspired to make a real difference every day.
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
13% superannuation.
Subsidised health insurance cover.
Flexibility of Working from Home (WFH) days, * Day Fortnight and Additional Purchased Leave.
Professional Development and Training opportunities including study assistance.
Heaps of great social events with our fun-hungry Social Club.
Paid day off for your Birthday!
Plenty of fun perks, such as bring your dog to work day, team building, lunch and learns, treat carts and more!
To apply for this opportunity please visit https://www.hif.com.au/careers-at-hif
Applications should include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and the additional skills and experience you can bring to this role and HIF. Applications close 5pm on Monday 25th May.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this opportunity.
HIF encourages cultural diversity and is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all employees.
We’re the Health Insurance Fund of Australia, but our friends call us HIF and we have an exciting opportunity for a Compliance Manager with experience in a similar role and great people skills, to join our team.
About the role:
We are looking for a great communicator with experience leading, coaching, and motivating teams who wants a varied hands-on role and is passionate about promoting the visibility and awareness of, as well as the responsibility and accountability for, compliance management.
The Compliance Manager supports the Head of Risk and Compliance (RC) and the wider RC team, in attaining HIF’s strategic and other organisational objectives through the provision of leadership, advice and support in effective execution of robust compliance management.
The role centres around delivering the following:
Lead the effective implementation of HIF’s Compliance Management Policy (CMP) across the organisation, including promoting awareness and accountability for compliance obligations and risks.
Maintain and enhance, through the development of appropriate registers and reporting, HIF’s risk and compliance management system (Protecht) to ensure organisation-wide compliance risks are consistently recorded, monitored and reported on.
Provide guidance and support to the business in monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of the CMP.
Create, maintain, schedule and deliver compliance management training and awareness initiatives.
Implementation and management of key compliance control testing and report on results of focussed compliance reviews, including recommendations to improve the internal control environment.
Manage annual Private Health Insurance Code of Conduct Self-Audits.
Review operational business processes to identify potential process, obligation or compliance risks, or inefficiencies in controls, and suggest suitable process improvement initiatives to process owners for implementation.
Assist in the preparation of appropriate reporting of compliance activities for the Board, HIF’s Leadership Team and Management.
What we're looking for in you:
A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a compliance and/or a risk and compliance related role.
Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of compliance management frameworks.
Experience within financial services or insurance industries.
Good working knowledge of APRA Prudential Standards relevant to Private Health Insurance industry.
Ability to interpret regulation and legislation, as well as standards and guidelines, that apply to the Private Health Insurance industry.
Demonstrated knowledge of the Australian Standards Compliance Management Systems (AS ISO19600:2015).
Ability to build relationships and influence both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
Excellent written and communication skills and attention to detail.
Experience in the use of Protecht.ERM / other Enterprise Risk Management systems is desirable.
About HIF:
HIF is a close-knit, member-owned organisation with a team of 125 passionate employees, headquartered on Stirling Street, just a stone’s throw from the Perth CBD. We are a values-driven organisation where our culture is built on trust, open communication, and supporting each other to do our best work - because we know that when our people thrive, so do our members.
In 2025, HIF was recognised as an Employer of Choice, acknowledging our commitment to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued and able to thrive. We have also proudly held Inclusive Employer certification from the Diversity Council of Australia since 2023.
While these certifications matter, what matters most to us is that they reflect the real, everyday experience of our people. At HIF, inclusion and culture are not just policies or frameworks - they are lived through the way we lead, support one another, and show up for our people each day. Joining HIF means contributing to a workplace where people feel supported, challenged, and inspired to make a real difference every day.
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
13% superannuation.
Subsidised health insurance cover.
Flexibility of Working from Home (WFH) days, * Day Fortnight and Additional Purchased Leave.
Professional Development and Training opportunities including study assistance.
Heaps of great social events with our fun-hungry Social Club.
Paid day off for your Birthday!
Plenty of fun perks, such as bring your dog to work day, team building, lunch and learns, treat carts and more!
To apply for this opportunity please visit https://www.hif.com.au/careers-at-hif
Applications should include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and the additional skills and experience you can bring to this role and HIF. Applications close 5pm on Monday 25th May.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this opportunity.
HIF encourages cultural diversity and is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all employees.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Compliance Manager - Hybrid position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Perth offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
