Senior Compliance Advisor

Join Vanguard as a Senior Compliance Advisor and become an integral part of a dynamic, expanding team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the vision for the development and implementation of innovative compliance oversight programs that impact multiple areas, including Exemptive Relief, Finance, Fiduciary Risk, and Human Resources.

As a trusted advisor, you’ll actively collaborate with both internal and external partners, sharing your expertise and guiding regulated activities. We’re seeking driven individuals with a spirit of curiosity and initiative—someone who thrives on researching best-in-class solutions through education, industry networking, and regulatory research. If you excel at program management, enjoy creative, solution-focused thinking, and are passionate about contributing to the success of a forward-thinking organization, we invite you to help us set new standards in compliance.

Step into a role where your insights and leadership will directly influence Vanguard’s future.

• Advises business units and liaises with stakeholders and risk partners.
• Manages regulatory visits, inquiries, and investigations; guides mitigation of compliance risks.
• Directs design and upkeep of compliance policies and procedures, and supports new standards.
• Implements corrective actions to resolve issues.
• Oversees operational efficiency and sets measurable standards using available resources.
• Acts as a compliance expert.
• Contributes to special projects and other assigned duties.

• Minimum of five years related work experience, with at least two years within a financial services compliance function.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.