Compliance Executive

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Job Description

So, who are we?

Hello, we're IG Group. We are a publicly-traded FTSE250 FinTech company who run mobile, web and desktop platforms that help our clients trade stocks & shares, leveraged products, Futures & Options and Crypto.

We are ambitious. Over 340,000 people already use our platforms. We're global with offices in 18 countries and products in 16 regions. We're hungry to move faster, ship better product for our customers and grow our user base. We believe in high autonomy, and we want people who are looking to do things differently in order to create better experiences for our customers.

We work in cross-functional teams and are laser focused on increasing the number of active clients we serve to drive sustainable growth.

Your role in the team

We are seeking a Compliance Executive to join our Australian Compliance team in Melbourne or Sydney. This role represents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious compliance professional with 2+ years of financial services experience to take the next step in their career.

Reporting to the Compliance Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of IG Australia's compliance framework while helping to ensure we maintain our position as a leader in regulatory compliance and fair client outcomes.

What you'll do

Compliance Operations

• Complete compliance monitoring activities, identifying trends and recommending improvements to the control environment
• Handle complex regulatory enquiries including preparation of documentation and stakeholder coordination
• Provide guidance on the interpretation of regulations
• Manage and respond to escalated client complaints requiring detailed investigation and regulatory knowledge
• Lead suspicious transaction reporting processes, including assessment of complex matters and liaison with AUSTRAC
• Review and approve financial promotions, ensuring compliance with ASIC requirements

Financial Markets / Crypto Expertise

• Provide specialised compliance support for CFD and crypto trading operations and derivative products
• Ensure compliance with Product Intervention Orders and other CFD/crypto - specific regulatory requirements
• Review marketing materials and client communications for shares, CFD and crypto products, ensuring appropriate risk warnings and disclosures
• Support implementation of regulatory changes affecting crypto, CFDs and other leveraged products
• Contribute to development of compliance policies and procedures

Leadership and Development

• Assist cross-functional compliance projects and initiatives
• Represent the compliance team in business meetings and working groups
• Contribute to the development and delivery of compliance training programs

Strategic Support and Advisory

• Provide compliance advice to business units on regulatory matters and commercial initiatives
• Participate in new product development processes as compliance stakeholder
• Contribute to compliance reporting for senior management and committees

What you will need:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a compliance, risk, or legal role within financial services
• Demonstrated financial markets knowledge or experience with derivatives, equities or cryptocurrencies
• Experience with AML/CTF obligations and Australian financial services regulatory framework
• Degree: Bachelors degree in Commerce, Law, finance, or related field
• Exceptional written communication skills demonstrated through report writing, policy development, or regulatory correspondence
• Well-developed verbal communication and presentation abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

How we work

We try to take a thoughtful approach to our ways of working as a company. We follow a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office -- which we think balances the need to collaborate effectively and connect with each other. When it comes to how we deliver, there are 5 things we want everyone to do to drive high performance, better learning and career satisfaction:

• Lead and Inspire: Drives trust, alignment, and enthusiasm
• Think Big: Focus on the problems that most impact commercial outcomes
• Champion the client: Understand and prioritise client's needs
• Deliver at pace: Push for fast, sustainable growth;
• Raise the bar: Take ownership, be accountable and share feedback

We believe that diversity is vital to success, it fuels creativity, drives innovation and sets us up for global success. We're committed to building teams with a variety of perspectives and skills to help us realise our vision and strategy, that's why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us on this journey. Learn more about our D&I approach here.

The Perks

Your growth fuels our success! Thrive with tailored development programs, mentoring opportunities with leaders, and clear career progression. Expand your network through committees, sports and social clubs. Enjoy extra time off for volunteering and community work.

• Performance based incentives 
• Flexible working hours and work-from-home opportunities
• Company contributions to insurance and medical plans
• Career-focused technical and leadership training
• Contribution to gym memberships and more
• Option to participate and create ESG initiatives based on IG Brighter Future Fund  
• 2 additional days off a year for voluntary work  
• 1 additional day off to celebrate your Birthday  
• A state-of-the-art office with breakfast bar and more

Learn more about the Perks here!

Join us for this exciting journey. Apply now!

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