Compliance Consultant
Join Equifax, a global leader in data, analytics, and technology, as part of our Australia & New Zealand Compliance team. Reporting into our Head of Compliance, you will be part of a high performing team committed to fostering a best in class risk and compliance culture at Equifax, and help fuel the growth of an amazing business.
As a member of the independent second line Compliance team, you will provide specialised advice and expertise on compliance risk to the business units and wider Compliance & Risk team. You will be a first point of contact in support of product development, sales initiatives and compliance investigations. You will work closely with Legal, Risk and various Product teams across the Equifax product lines to provide timely, efficient, practical and high calibre compliance services to support the business achieve its strategic objectives.
What You’ll Do
Provide specialised advice on compliance risk to the Equifax ANZ business units to ensure that the company's activities are compliant with relevant legislation and Equifax policies.
Provide guidance on compliant solutions in support of projects, product development & management and sales initiatives.
Interpret legislation and regulatory guidance, assess the impact and develop practical operational guidance and support.
Develop and maintain a good knowledge and understanding of all laws and industry standards affecting Equifax’s operations in Australia and New Zealand.
Support the Head of Compliance and wider Compliance team to develop and encourage a culture of compliance, including by developing effective relationships with key business staff to ensure that a culture of compliance is embraced and supported within the business.
Complete oversight activities designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies, and oversee the need for any corrective action.
Point of contact for complaints and internal regulatory & compliance investigations.
What Experience You Need
3+ years of experience as a Compliance or Legal professional.
Experience assisting business units in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
Strong knowledge and understanding of compliance risk and compliance frameworks for businesses in regulated industries.
The ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with competing priorities.
What could set you apart
Knowledge and understanding of compliance requirements in financial services.
Experience acting as the point of contact for compliance investigations.
Experience advising on risks relevant to business proposals or regulatory change.
This role will suit those that are happy to collaborate and focus on practical solutions while also maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
What’s in it for you?
At Equifax, we are on a mission to ensure that you have the support, resources and opportunities to Power Your Possible. Here are just a few ways we give back to our teams:
Hybrid Work Model (3 days in office + 2 from home)
Additional Leave Allocations (of up to 8 additional days leave per year + public holiday swaps)
Discounted Gym Memberships
Discounted Private Health Cover (and discounted pet insurance if you want it!)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Career Development and Learning
A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace and Environment
Wellbeing Resources (including free financial wellbeing products and resources)
Primary Location:
AUS-Sydney-Blue-StreetAUS-Brisbane, AUS-MelbourneFunction:
Function - LegalSchedule:
Full timeTop Skills
What We Do
At Equifax (NYSE: EFX), we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics, and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping financial institutions, companies, employers, and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. Our unique blend of differentiated data, analytics, and cloud technology drives insights to power decisions to move people forward.
Headquartered in Atlanta and supported by nearly 15,000 employees worldwide, Equifax operates or has investments in 24 countries in North America, Central and South America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region.
For more information, visit Equifax.com.
