Reporting into the Head of Privacy, you will be part of a high-performing Risk and Compliance team working across Australia and New Zealand who are committed to fostering a best in class risk and compliance culture at Equifax.
Join an amazing team and help fuel the growth of a leading data and analytics business. You will bring high energy, positivity, curiosity and an outcomes focused mindset. Working closely with Legal, Operations and various teams across the Equifax product lines, you will provide practical and high calibre compliance services to support the business in achieving it's strategic objectives. 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 you’ll do
Design, develop, implement and manage the Privacy Compliance Program, Consumer Data Right (CDR) compliance activities and responsible use of AI at the enterprise and business unit levels, in consultation with the Head of Privacy and General Counsel, enabling stakeholders to ensure requirements are considered and implemented.
Design, develop, implement and manage the Privacy Compliance Oversight Program, including risk assessments, monitoring activities (such as Credit Provider Audits), assurance, reporting and remediation plans to minimise privacy and compliance risks.
Provide timely, efficient, practical and high calibre compliance services to Equifax’s businesses.
Support the wider Risk and Compliance team with advice, oversight, risk and issues management as required.
Lead the regulatory change for CDR, Privacy and use of AI, including conducting impact assessments, and working with the business to develop and/or amend internal controls.
Monitor and stay abreast of changes in the law and industry developments relevant to areas of responsibility, and ensure the business is updated and informed, as appropriate.
Develop, review, implement, and maintain the regulatory compliance policies and procedures.
What experience you need
5-10 years of experience as a compliance professional in an enterprise environment.
Proven track record dealing with privacy advice, issues management and oversight for financial services firms and/or multi-national organisations.
Knowledge and understanding of compliance requirements in financial services.
Ability to understand regulations, assess the impact and develop practical operational guidance and support.
Track record of interaction with, or supporting interaction with, regulators such as ACCC, OAIC and/ or ASIC.
Business focused individuals who appreciate and are able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with multiple competing priorities to juggle, the ability to interpret legal and contractual requirements and provide timely solutions-based legal risk advice, according to the needs of the business.
What could set you apart
Experience of executing regulatory compliance programs, including oversight, remediation and preparing periodic regulatory filings.
Experience working with industry regulators (including the OAIC, ACCC and ASIC) and industry associations (including ARCA), as well as consumer advocacy bodies.
Knowledge of overseas jurisdictions such as GDPR and Privacy Laws of the United States.
We believe great things happen when teams connect. Our schedule is built around 4 days of high-impact, in-office collaboration (Monday–Thursday), paired with Friday Flexibility to wrap up your week remotely.
Primary Location:
AUS-Sydney-Blue-StreetAUS-Brisbane, AUS-MelbourneFunction:
Function - LegalSchedule:
Full timeSkills Required
- 5-10 years of experience as a compliance professional in an enterprise environment
- Proven experience providing privacy advice, managing issues, and conducting oversight for financial services firms and/or multinational organisations
- Knowledge and understanding of financial services compliance requirements
- Ability to interpret regulations, assess impacts, and develop practical operational guidance and support
- Experience interacting with or supporting interactions with regulators such as ACCC, OAIC, and/or ASIC
- Ability to interpret legal and contractual requirements and provide timely, solutions-focused legal risk advice
- Experience executing regulatory compliance programs, including oversight, remediation, and periodic regulatory filings
- Experience working with regulators including OAIC, ACCC, and ASIC, industry associations including ARCA, and consumer advocacy bodies
- Knowledge of overseas jurisdictions, including GDPR and United States privacy laws
Equifax Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Savings programs include a 401(k) with company matching and, in some contexts, profit-sharing or pension components. These are described as solid parts of the total package.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs include paid parental leave for birth and non-birthing parents and adoption assistance. Company materials highlight these benefits as part of a family-supportive offering.
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Flexible Benefits — Multiple medical plan choices, dental and vision options, FSAs/HSAs, and voluntary supplemental coverages enable customization. The company publishes plan summaries and SPDs to help compare cost and coverage by location and tier.
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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.
