Location: Sydney
Type: Permanent, full time
Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
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The opportunity
Be the go-to expert on FAR and executive accountability at QBE.
We’re looking for a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Senior Lead to join our Office of Executive Accountability.
Your new role
In this role, you’ll act as a subject matter expert on the Financial Accountability Regime (FAR), supporting Accountable Persons and ensuring QBE’s compliance through accurate documentation and strong governance practices.
Provide expert guidance on the Financial Accountability Regime, supporting Accountable Persons and their teams in understanding and meeting their obligations.
Lead the creation and ongoing refinement of clear, compliant accountability statements and maps, aligning with legislative requirements.
Assist the Senior Manager in preparing formal communications and notifications to the Regulators and contribute to effective engagement with the Regulators.
Analyse QBE’s governance, accountability, and risk arrangements, reporting on implementation progress and identifying areas for improvement
Play a pivotal role in enhancing/developing processes and systems to meet accountability and notification obligations, driving a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
About you:
You’re a trusted advisor with a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and a passion for clarity and compliance. You will be dedicated to excellence, innovation, and integrity whilst navigating the complex regulatory landscape and accountability at every level of our organisation.
Extensive experience in compliance, risk, regulatory, or governance roles—preferably in financial services.
Strong understanding of FAR and executive accountability legislation.
Proven ability to draft formal documentation, including policies and accountability statements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
About QBE
We can never really predict what’s around the corner, but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. We’re an international insurer that’s building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
And our people will be at the centre of our success. We’re proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities. With more than more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries, we’re big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate and kind.
We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too? Your career at QBE — let’s make it happen!
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
Voluntary super contributions and company matching
Income protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums
A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services
Rewards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice
2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards
Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion
Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
Family Friendly Workplace accredited employer since 2021
Apply now
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QBE recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at recruitment@qbe.com
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Audit Management, Communication, Compliance Analysis, Counter Terrorist Financing, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, External Reporting, Financial Products, Governance Management, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Process Improvements, Regulatory Compliance, Risk ManagementApplication Close Date: 02/08/2025 11:59 PMHow to Apply:
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.