Workplace Compliance Officer

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Workplace Compliance Officer

Role Highlights

  • Permanent, full-time position.

  • Located in Sydney CBD, offering hybrid working.

  • Leading Australian higher education organisation.

About the Role
An organisation is seeking a Workplace Compliance Officer to provide advice on workplace compliance matters, including the interpretation and application of enterprise agreements and employment-related policies. The role supports compliance monitoring, investigations, and process improvements to ensure regulatory and industrial obligations are met.

Our Client
Our client is a large and complex organisation operating within the higher education sector. They are committed to maintaining strong governance, integrity, and compliance standards across their workforce.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide advice on workplace compliance matters including pay entitlements and policy interpretation

  • Conduct preliminary assessments and investigations into potential compliance issues

  • Monitor compliance activities and maintain accurate records and reporting systems

  • Respond to stakeholder queries and support awareness of compliance obligations

  • Assist with the review and implementation of workplace compliance policies and procedures

  • Support data collection, reporting, and dashboards to track compliance performance

Required Skills & Experience

  • Experience advising on workplace compliance, industrial relations, or employment-related matters

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess compliance risks and investigate issues

  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

  • Ability to interpret regulatory frameworks, policies, and enterprise agreements

Possible relevant backgrounds could include:

  • Experience working on wage remediation initiatives or workplace compliance reviews

  • Roles within workplace relations or employment law settings

  • Consulting experience at major professional services firms such as Deloitte

  • Involvement in financial services remediation or financial crime remediation programs

  • Internal remediation or compliance roles within large organisations

Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team in a role that directly contributes to maintaining compliance and integrity across a large organisation. You will gain exposure to complex workplace relations matters while supporting initiatives that drive continuous improvement and strong governance.

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