Role Overview
The Director, Compliance Risk Data & Technology Enablement leads the strategy, delivery, and evolution of Compliance risk reporting, data, and technology solutions for Compliance programs that span the enterprise. This role ensures Compliance leaders and business stakeholders have clear, trusted insights into regulatory risk exposures and that Compliance programs are supported by scalable data, platforms, and advanced analytics.
This role manages a team of Compliance data and technology professionals and partners closely with Technology, Business Lines, Risk, and external vendors to deliver risk reporting, data sourcing, GRC platform strategy (including Archer), and responsible adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled compliance risk solutions.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the creation of enterprise and divisional Compliance Risk reporting, including Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and executive‑level dashboards.
- Translate complex regulatory risk requirements and data into clear, decision‑ready insights for senior leadership and Board‑level audiences.
- Oversee data sourcing and analytics enablement to support Compliance monitoring, testing, and assurance activities.
- Own the Compliance strategy and roadmap for Archer and related GRC platforms, partnering with Technology and vendors on delivery.
- Evaluate and guide the adoption of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence solutions within Compliance programs, ensuring responsible use aligned to regulatory and Enterprise policy expectations.
- Manage and develop a team, setting clear priorities, coaching talent, and driving high‑impact outcomes.
- Build strong partnerships across Compliance, Technology, Risk, and Business stakeholders to deliver scalable, sustainable solutions.
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years leadership experience in Compliance, Risk Management, Regulatory Programs, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of Risk Management frameworks and regulatory expectations.
- Demonstrated experience leading data, analytics, reporting, or technology enablement in a regulated environment.
- Experience managing teams and leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives.
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex topics clearly.
- Experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Archer) and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with advanced analytics or AI solutions in a risk or compliance context is a plus.
Why This Role Matters
This role plays a critical part in strengthening how Compliance identifies, measures, and communicates regulatory risk while modernizing the data and technology foundations that support oversight, testing, and decision‑making across the organization.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle support is reinforced by a sizable annual FlexFund stipend that can be applied across many day-to-day categories such as fitness, childcare, and other personal expenses. On-site or virtual clinics and fitness options add practical health and wellness convenience.
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Affordable Benefits — Healthcare and related benefits are positioned as comparatively affordable via heavily subsidized medical plans and broad coverage options. This affordability can offset moderate base pay for employees who place higher value on out-of-pocket cost reductions.
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