Advamode Financial Pty LtdCompliance Manager
Jul. 2013 - Sep. 2014Queensland, AustraliaAs the Compliance Manager for an independantly owned Australian Fiancial Services License, I have been responsible for the management of all matter related to maintaining, reviewing and improving Advamode Financial's regulatory obligations. This includes the due diligence and vetting of prospective corporate and individual representatives, allocating authorisations to licensed entities and advisers, assisting in the auditing of representatives, maintenance of files, reviewing and editing marketing materials, monitoring the company's financial obligations, and handling breaches and complaints. The role has placed me on a number of internal committees, including the Advamode Capital Risk Management Committee, Advamode Financial Investment Research and Selection Committee, and of course, the Compliance Committee. I was responsible for several major projects, from preparing and chairing the quarterly compliance meetings, to managing a 2 stage ASIC audit involving showcasing the compliance management of the firm and preparing all necessary minutes and reports. I have also overseen for the training and professional development of all authorised representatives under the license, including the organisation and implementation of several professional development days.