Quality Assurance & Compliance Coordinator

Why Link Group
Link Group is a global business connecting millions of people with their assets – safely, securely, and responsibly. We have over 6000 employees across 4 continents and continue to grow every day.

Retirement and Superannuation Solutions is the largest business under Link Group and we are the leading administrator for super funds in Australia.  Many of our clients are household names. We are well positioned within a growing superannuation industry, combining our rich legacy with a fast-paced environment that enables rapid career growth.

We are a diverse team with employees from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and we make sure to celebrate the successes of our clients and our people.
 

The Role
The applicant for this role will be someone that will be responsible for ensuring Link Advice authorized representatives; both internal and licensee advisers, are meeting their ongoing compliance obligations.

As part of the Link Group Retirement and Super Solutions division, Link Advice prides itself on the quality of its advice, support and mature business model.

In partnership with some of Australia’s largest Superannuation Funds, and with a focus on providing quality intra-fund and comprehensive advice, this role will have the opportunity to enable advisers help educate Australians on how to make the most of their superannuation savings.

This is an ideal position for someone:

· Who is looking to expand on their current compliance experience

· To use their skills to collaboratively contribute to the Link Advice team

Candidates could be based in Melbourne, Sydney or Perth.

Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities

• Work in partnership with the broader leadership team to drive strategic direction and
• provide effective leadership.
• Deliver and champion continuous improvement initiatives to ensure that best practice is incorporated into the business.
• Complete Compliance reviews of Link Advice financial advice files, including internal and external audits.
• Working on the internal and external pre-vet programs.
• Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements · Ensure all tasks within the team are performed in accordance with defined quality standards and the requirements of the Australian Financial Services Licence

Experience & Personal Attributes

• Either FAS compliance with evidence of completed CPD, working towards the minimum education requirements under FAS, or a financial services qualification.
• Sound knowledge of the Financial Services regulation in Australia and relevant laws
• Strong technical knowledge across key disciplines of financial advice
• Experience in financial planning or para-planning
• Experience working with Financial Planning software such as Xplan and Midwinter, preferred but not essential · Work in a structured work environment and adaptive to change.
• Agree to complete agreed CPD training

Some of our Employment Benefits
•   Appreciate: This program is to recognise people who are demonstrating our values and Company purpose. Salary Sacrificing via Superannuation
•   Employee Assistance Program
•   Purchased Leave Scheme
•   Parental Leave Scheme
•   Learning & Development - Development at your fingertips via self-paced learning, including educational assistance support
•  Talent Referral Scheme 
•  Recognition Program 
•  Wellness Program, including one day of Wellbeing Leave over and above annual leave entitlements
•  Corporate Social Responsibility Program, including volunteer leave
•  FlexiWorks – enabling our employees to work in the office and at home and Employee discounts – Access discounted rates and offers from a variety of providers

Culture @ Link Group
We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive, and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of our company and together we will achieve our full potential.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.

How to apply
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now with your resume and detailed cover letter highlighting your skills, experience, and why you would be a good fit for the role.

Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at Link Group. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.