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ABOUT US
Mounties Group Values are Family, Honesty, Care, Innovation, Fun and Loyalty. We are a Profit for Purpose organisation owned by its members and we exist to improve the lives of our members.
Mounties Group have over 250,000 members that use our services across a broad range of industry sectors including: Health & Fitness, Retail, Medical, Hospitality, Homecare and Allied Health.
We employ over 1,000 people and are rapidly growing, particularly in the Health and Wellbeing segment of our business. Our Head office is located in Mount Pritchard and supports businesses across NSW, QLD, VIC and the ACT.
THE ROLE
We are currently searching for a driven and dedicatedHead of Legal, Risk & Compliance on a Full-time basis to join our close-knit team at Mounties, located in Mount Pritchard.
The role will be providing specialist legal, risk management and compliance support, advice, ongoing maintenance and development of the organisations risk and compliance frameworks, in accordance with regulatory, industry, legal and business standards and requirements.
More specifically, some of your key duties will include:
Establish, review and recommend changes to the group’s legal, risk, compliance and AML/CTF frameworks
Establish and manage control assurance frameworks across the business to manage legal, compliance and AML/CTF risks.
Act as the organisation’s AML/CTF Compliance Officer.
Support business units in all matters pertaining to legal, risk and compliance, including by assisting the business to identify and managing perceived, potential and actual conflicts of interest and by providing advice on key compliance matters and regulatory developments, including any regulatory change that may impact the business.
Continuously seek out process improvement initiatives and areas of improvement to consistently uplift the management of legal, risk and compliance processes across the Group.
Act as the point of contact for regulators and identify and stay abreast of new and emerging regulatory themes, areas of interest and regulatory changes.
Provide timely and accurate legal advice and assistance and liaise with external legal counsel as required.
Prepare insightful reporting and analysis for executive management and board committees to facilitate effective oversight and management of material legal, risk, compliance and AML/CTF risks.
Perform key activities related to the organisations legal, risk, compliance and AML frameworks, delivering advice, guidance and oversight to business units and functions.
About You
The ideal candidate, would have the following skills and experiences:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Law / Risk Management and any other associated discipline
Minimum 7 years' experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to cultivate positive, trusted, and enduring relationships at all levels and across complex businesses
Team player and cultural change agent, with strong collaboration, influencing and project management skills
AML/CTF qualifications desirable
Criminal Record Check and relevant checks required for the role.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
Discounted gym membership
Uniforms provided
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Fun & supportive team
Reward and Recognition and much more!
WHY MOUNTIES?
We have over 250,000 members and are listed as one of Australia’s top privately owned companies. With strong values and a commitment to our staff, we are a recognised employer of choice.
GROUP WINNER OF:
Western Sydney Business Awards – Employer of Choice 2020
Clubs NSW - Clubs and Community Award for Health and Wellbeing 2020
Clubs NSW – Clubs and Community Award for Emergency Services 2026
Could you be the Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance? If you are looking for a new challenge and would like to join a leading organisation that is passionate in everything we do, apply todayand don’t miss out on this great opportunity!
ABOUT US
Mounties Group Values are Family, Honesty, Care, Innovation, Fun and Loyalty. We are a Profit for Purpose organisation owned by its members and we exist to improve the lives of our members.
Mounties Group have over 250,000 members that use our services across a broad range of industry sectors including: Health & Fitness, Retail, Medical, Hospitality, Homecare and Allied Health.
We employ over 1,000 people and are rapidly growing, particularly in the Health and Wellbeing segment of our business. Our Head office is located in Mount Pritchard and supports businesses across NSW, QLD, VIC and the ACT.
THE ROLE
We are currently searching for a driven and dedicatedHead of Legal, Risk & Compliance on a Full-time basis to join our close-knit team at Mounties, located in Mount Pritchard.
The role will be providing specialist legal, risk management and compliance support, advice, ongoing maintenance and development of the organisations risk and compliance frameworks, in accordance with regulatory, industry, legal and business standards and requirements.
More specifically, some of your key duties will include:
Establish, review and recommend changes to the group’s legal, risk, compliance and AML/CTF frameworks
Establish and manage control assurance frameworks across the business to manage legal, compliance and AML/CTF risks.
Act as the organisation’s AML/CTF Compliance Officer.
Support business units in all matters pertaining to legal, risk and compliance, including by assisting the business to identify and managing perceived, potential and actual conflicts of interest and by providing advice on key compliance matters and regulatory developments, including any regulatory change that may impact the business.
Continuously seek out process improvement initiatives and areas of improvement to consistently uplift the management of legal, risk and compliance processes across the Group.
Act as the point of contact for regulators and identify and stay abreast of new and emerging regulatory themes, areas of interest and regulatory changes.
Provide timely and accurate legal advice and assistance and liaise with external legal counsel as required.
Prepare insightful reporting and analysis for executive management and board committees to facilitate effective oversight and management of material legal, risk, compliance and AML/CTF risks.
Perform key activities related to the organisations legal, risk, compliance and AML frameworks, delivering advice, guidance and oversight to business units and functions.
About You
The ideal candidate, would have the following skills and experiences:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Law / Risk Management and any other associated discipline
Minimum 7 years' experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to cultivate positive, trusted, and enduring relationships at all levels and across complex businesses
Team player and cultural change agent, with strong collaboration, influencing and project management skills
AML/CTF qualifications desirable
Criminal Record Check and relevant checks required for the role.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
Discounted gym membership
Uniforms provided
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Fun & supportive team
Reward and Recognition and much more!
WHY MOUNTIES?
We have over 250,000 members and are listed as one of Australia’s top privately owned companies. With strong values and a commitment to our staff, we are a recognised employer of choice.
GROUP WINNER OF:
Western Sydney Business Awards – Employer of Choice 2020
Clubs NSW - Clubs and Community Award for Health and Wellbeing 2020
Clubs NSW – Clubs and Community Award for Emergency Services 2026
Could you be the Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance? If you are looking for a new challenge and would like to join a leading organisation that is passionate in everything we do, apply todayand don’t miss out on this great opportunity!
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Head of Legal| Risk Compliance position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Sydney 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.
