Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
Lead the future of compliance management at QBE by shaping the frameworks, policies and regulatory change management operating model that strengthen risk management and enable sustainable business performance.
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The opportunity
As Head of Compliance Frameworks and Policies, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and evolving QBE's global compliance frameworks. Acting as a trusted partner to the business and Group Risk, you will influence and coordinate the development of robust compliance policies, regulatory change management, and framework governance, strengthening QBE's ability to meet evolving regulatory and conduct expectations globally and bringing the Enterprise together.
About QBE
At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.
We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.
Your new role
This is a highly visible leadership position sitting at the centre of QBE's compliance and risk ecosystem. You will partner with senior stakeholders across Compliance, Risk and business divisions to develop, implement and continuously enhance the frameworks, policies and operating models that strengthen risk management, drive consistency and enable effective decision-making across the Group.
Lead the development, review and ongoing enhancement of Group-wide compliance frameworks, policies and standards, ensuring they remain practical, effective and aligned to regulatory requirements.
Establish and mature QBE's approach to regulatory change management, defining operating models and governance processes that support consistent identification, communication and implementation across the organisation.
Support governance reporting and board-level reporting activities, ensuring high-quality insights, robust oversight and timely delivery of key compliance information.
Provide subject matter expertise into key enterprise risk processes, including Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs), Risk Management Declarations (RMDs), risk assessments and risk reporting activities.
Drive the ongoing enhancement of compliance-related modules within QBE's Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) system, translating policy requirements into efficient and user-friendly solutions.
Build strong partnerships across Compliance, Risk and business divisions to identify emerging risks, strengthen controls, support strategic change initiatives and uplift compliance capability across the Group.
About you:
You are a technically strong compliance leader who combines deep policy and framework expertise with exceptional stakeholder management and leadership capability.
What We're Looking For
Significant experience developing, implementing and maintaining compliance frameworks, policies and governance structures.
Strong understanding of conduct and compliance risk taxonomies and related controls within complex organisations.
Proven experience leading regulatory change initiatives and translating regulatory requirements into practical outcomes.
Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to partner effectively at executive and board level.
Background in insurance, financial services or compliance-focused consulting, with demonstrated expertise in policy and framework design.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
Hybrid working – a mix of working from home and in the office to support work/life balance
Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional support, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
18 weeks' gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid superannuation
Awards & Recognition
We value our employees' experience with us and are proud to have been recognised through a range of industry awards and achievements, reflecting our commitment to inclusion, development and creating a workplace where people can thrive.
How to Apply
If you're looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Your career. At the heart of it.
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks, please contact us at
[email protected].
Before submitting your application, please have a conversation with your Manager or People Business Partner. Internal references will be collected as part of the recruitment process. We value career growth and development and ask employees to remain in each role for at least 12 months.
Skills:
Client Counseling, Coaching for success, Communication, Compliance Programs, Compliance Strategies, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Influencing, Influencing Others (Inactive), Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management
How to Apply:
To submit your application, follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
