Associate Director, Risk & Compliance

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Job Description

About Us

Owned by pension funds. Inspired by their members. Our purpose is to invest, protect and grow the long-term retirement savings of working people. We prioritise the interests of like-minded investors worldwide who aim to build a real and lasting impact by focusing on assets that combine excellent long-term risk/reward characteristics with broad economic, environmental and social benefits to the community. Operating globally from offices in Melbourne, Sydney, London, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, New York, Hong Kong, Seoul and Tokyo, IFM manages investments across infrastructure, debt, listed equities and private equity assets. For more information, visit ifminvestors.com.

Business Overview

Risk & Compliance works closely with our business to help ensure we meet our risk and compliance obligations, including anti-money laundering, fraud risks, conflicts of interest, and regulatory reporting

The Opportunity

At IFM, you're not just part of an investment company - but an invested one. We see the work we do as the chance to take sustainable, responsible steps forward for millions of people around the world.

So, we have made sure to create a workplace that's inclusive, accountable and collaborative. Where you're given the opportunities to make a meaningful contribution and grow your skills. All while feeling valued and supported for who you are and what you bring to the team.

Along with the chance to make a meaningful, positive difference from day one, we offer a competitive salary and generous leave entitlements. We also believe all roles are genuinely flexible at IFM - so we are happy to talk through what this might look like for you.

The Role

Assist in the management, supervised by the Director, Risk & Compliance, of IFM's risk and compliance programs and strategic initiatives, including:

• Implementation and monitoring of the risk strategy, plans and policies
• Providing advice on all regulatory matters impacting IFM Investors' business objectives
• Initial, annual and ad hoc compliance and risk management training for existing staff
• Management and liaising with regulators
• Liaison with and management of external legal and internal audit providers
• Meeting statutory and regulatory compliance requirements for IFM Investors managed products / clients
• Assist in the management of the IFM Insurance program
• Contributing to all other strategic projects as directed by the Director, Risk & Compliance
• Supporting the delivery of risk governance within IFM Investors, including management and Board committees charged with overseeing risk and compliance matters
• Working collaboratively with all key stakeholders (including the Executive Director and/ or Directors, Risk & Compliance)
• Input and support across the global Risk & Compliance function
• Liaising with and management of external service providers
• Providing regulatory advice and analysis with regards to regulatory matters
• Providing timely expert advice to the business on risk, legal and compliance-related matters
• Co-ordinating and liaising with key internal stakeholders to successfully deliver risk and compliance projects within deadlines
• Assisting in the development of the Risk & Compliance team members and the overall capability of the function.

Your Background and Experience

• Significant related industry experience in compliance roles; typically.
• 10 + years. This can include experience within legal and risk roles also.
• Tertiary qualifications in law, commerce, economics, finance, or related field.
• May have post-graduate qualifications.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of the market and products offered or to be offered by IFM Investors.

Ready to invest in what matters?

With IFM, that includes your own career. Visit ifminvestors.com/careers to find out more.

IFM Investors is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees are valued and recognised for their unique qualities, backgrounds, and perspectives. We champion all groups regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or family status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you require any specific support for the interview process at Careers@ifminvestors.com