Senior Compliance and Risk Partner

Company Description

Montu is one of Australia's leading health tech businesses and a leader in alternative health services. With operations in Australia and Europe, we take a technology-first approach to reshaping the landscape for suppliers, practitioners, pharmacies and patients.

Montu operates a fully integrated, end-to-end ecosystem of healthcare companies that touches every part of the alternative health experience, from patient care through to pharmacy dispensing, clinical education, product development, wholesale distribution and more. Our brands include Alternaleaf, UMeds, Leafio and Saged.

Recognised by the Deloitte Fast 50 as the fastest growing tech company in Australia for two years running – with revenue growth of over 26,000% and 9,000% – Montu is now the largest business of its kind outside North America.

This role is an Australia-based, fully work-from-home position, with access to co-working spaces in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

Job Description

The Senior Compliance & Risk Partner will partner with the business on compliance and risk management related to the importation and distribution of medicinal products within Australia. This role will be invaluable in assisting senior management in understanding their risk environment and determining their risk management strategies, including the prioritisation of any rectification work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement risk frameworks, policies, and procedures for medicinal cannabis importation and distribution.
• Manage and assess risks, ensuring effective controls for compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Review business collateral, including product labeling and advertising, for compliance.
• Work with the Regulatory Compliance Lead to ensure adherence to compliance measures.
• Facilitate risk assessments and workshops for strategic projects and business changes.
• Conduct audits, monitor compliance, and maintain documentation and registers.
• Assist in preparing risk and compliance reports for senior management and authorities.
• Develop dashboards and metrics to track compliance risks.
• Organise training to foster a culture of risk awareness and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, business, or related field (master’s or certification preferred).
• 10+ years in compliance and risk management within regulated industries (pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or insurance).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all organisational levels.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams.
• High ethical standards and commitment to integrity.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or clinical health industry, and/or a legal background, is highly advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic, proactive risk management approach.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Strong investigative skills and ability to implement corrective actions.
• Experienced in project management and coordination.

Additional Information

You’ll be joining a highly motivated, agile team where your ideas and work will directly influence the direction and progress of an expanding global company in a hyper-growth phase. We pride ourselves on our collaborative and driven culture and offer opportunities for advancement to high achievers.

Other benefits include:

• Unlimited access to the SAGED and Greenhouse learning platforms.
• Discounts with over 450 retailers through the Merit Reward and Recognition platform.
• Competitive salary and package.
• Full time, work-from-home role.
• Access to co-working spaces in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
• Mental health support through our wellbeing platform, Unmind
• Being part of one of the fastest-growing industries in Australia while improving the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients.

We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.