Compliance Consultant

Work options: Hybrid

We’re the Health Insurance Fund of Australia, but our friends call us HIF and we have an exciting opportunity for a Compliance Consultant with experience in a similar role and great people skills, to join our team.

About the role

We are looking for an individual who wants to take their skills to the next level in this permanent full-time opportunity. If you are passionate about promoting the visibility and awareness of, and responsibility and accountability for compliance within HIF, then read on.

Join our Risk and Compliance (RC) team as a Compliance Consultant supporting the Compliance Manager, where you’ll play a key role in driving HIF’s strategic and other business objectives by supporting effective compliance management through the maintenance and continuous improvement of HIF's Compliance Management Policy (CMP), a critical component of HIF’s Risk Management Framework (RMF).

The role centres around delivering the following

• Assist with the effective implementation of HIF’s CMP across the organisation and assist with the development and implementation of relevant policies, procedures and tools to facilitate effective compliance and obligation management.
• Review operational business processes to identify potential compliance risks or inefficiencies in controls and suggest suitable process improvement initiatives.
• Monitor, manage and report on compliance risks, including actions taken, where material control deficiencies or breakdowns have been identified.
• Effectively assess, classify and manage reported incidents and breaches.
• Regularly monitor and report on amendments to regulatory and compliance obligations, and any emerging issues and trends.
• Ensure all applicable obligations are integrated into the business to meet all regulatory, legislative and business requirements.
• Create, maintain, schedule and deliver compliance management training and awareness initiatives.
• Assist with conducting second line reviews of amendments to member content, e.g. marketing materials, communications and knowledge base articles, providing feedback and advice to relevant stakeholders.

What we're looking for in you

These are some essential things we will look for:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across all levels of the business.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Solid understanding of compliance management standards, frameworks, tools and best practices.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations and industry codes.
• Familiarity with the Australian Standard for Compliance Management Systems (AS ISO 37301:2021).
• Knowledge of private health insurance compliance and regulatory requirements, or experience in the financial services sector, or other highly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and continuously improving compliance management frameworks.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a compliance related role.

Please read the full position description attached for more specifics about the role.

About HIF

HIF is a close-knit, member-owned organisation with a team of 125 passionate employees, headquartered on Stirling Street, just a stone’s throw from the Perth CBD. We are a values-driven organisation where our culture is built on trust, open communication, and supporting each other to do our best work - because we know that when our people thrive, so do our members.

In 2025, HIF was recognised as an Employer of Choice, acknowledging our commitment to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued and able to thrive. We have also proudly held Inclusive Employer certification from the Diversity Council of Australia since 2023.

While these certifications matter, what matters most to us is that they reflect the real, everyday experience of our people. At HIF, inclusion and culture are not just policies or frameworks - they are lived through the way we lead, support one another, and show up for our people each day. Joining HIF means contributing to a workplace where people feel supported, challenged, and inspired to make a real difference every day.

As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• A generous 13% superannuation contribution
• Subsidised health insurance cover
• Flexibility of Working from Home (WFH) days, Additional Purchased Leave and Nine Day Fortnight
• Birthday leave to celebrate your special day
• A variety of leave entitlements, including cultural, reproductive, volunteering leave and more
• Fun and inclusive social events through our Social Club
• Study assistance to support your learning
• PAW Days - bring your furry friend to work!
• A modern, community focused office close to Perth CBD with excellent transport access

To apply for this opportunity please visit https://www.hif.com.au/careers-at-hif

Applications close 30 June.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this opportunity.

HIF encourages cultural diversity and is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all employees.