Head of Compliance
Compass EducationMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
Posted April 20, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Compass is a purpose-driven company at a genuinely exciting stage of growth, with the opportunity to make a real impact on education at scale.
Job Description
Compass is seeking a Head of Compliance to join their team in a newly created, hands-on, standalone role. The role involves building a structured compliance function from the ground up, working alongside a pragmatic in-house legal function in a high-growth SaaS environment.
Requirements
- 3-6 years' experience in compliance, risk or information security within a regulated or technology environment
- Proven experience operating as the primary or sole compliance owner in a previous role
- Hands-on experience with ISO 27001, including certification or ISMS management
- Exposure to multi-jurisdictional compliance, including UK and/or Irish regulatory environments
- Strong process mindset, with the ability to design practical, scalable compliance frameworks
- Clear and confident communication skills, translating regulatory complexity into actionable guidance
Benefits
- Hybrid working environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Parental leave program
- Regular team events and social budgets
- Employee Referral Program
