Ethics & Compliance Lead | Senior Manager

Line of Service Internal Firm Services Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Risk Architecture Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary As an Ethics and Compliance Senior Manager, you'll play a vital role in driving the success of our internal compliance function by overseeing the firm's obligations register within the Governance Risk & Compliance system. You'll help ensure integrity and resilience in our operations, working across risk management, policy, and compliance to provide practical guidance that helps people navigate internal processes effectively. Why PwC? At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You'll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential. Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we're building trust and shaping the future. What you'll do: Oversee and coordinate the platform governance and administration of the ServiceNow GRC system. Maintain and review controls data with a focus on quality, consistency, and gap identification. Conduct quality control checks on compliance data and collaborate with owners, SMEs, and the Enterprise Risk team. Manage user access reviews, system updates, testing upgrades, and enhancements. Perform bi-annual reviews of obligations using tools like PwC's Pathfinder. Document standard operating procedures and liaise with the Policy team for control-policy mapping. Prepare analytics and reports from the GRC system for compliance data. Encourage adoption and effective use of the GRC system by providing operational support to end users. Lead the GRC Operations Team, manage ongoing monitoring, and report on compliance control gaps. Provide input on future GRC system functionality and develop solutions for new compliance use cases. Support other compliance projects as required. What we're looking for: Qualified degree or significant relevant experience. Strong background or exposure to risk management, policy, compliance, business operations, or professional services. Experienced people leader with strong interpersonal skills across all organizational levels. Skilled project manager and experienced in evaluating control design effectiveness, including drafting control wording. Technologically adept with a passion for learning and leveraging data tools. Detail-oriented, pragmatic, and solution-focused problem solver. Experience with control assurance or ASAE3402 is highly desirable. What you'll gain: The opportunity to work with leading organisations and cutting-edge technology that challenge and expand your expertise. Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work—balancing what's best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together. Clear paths for career progression supported by continuous learning and leadership development. Generous leave entitlements to support your work-life balance - including floating public holidays, birthday leave and ability to purchase additional leave on top of your four weeks. A world-class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life. We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here. Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as an Ethics and Compliance Senior Manager and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future. We're committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role. No agencies please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals. Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Coaching and Feedback, Coaching and Training, Communication, Compliance Advisement, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Risk Assessment, Confidential Information Handling, Contract Review, Contractual Risk Mitigation, Contractual Risk Monitoring, Contract Writing, Creativity, Crisis Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security, Discretion and Business Ethics, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy {+ 40 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Government Clearance Required? Job Posting End Date June 3, 2026 Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We'll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.