Compliance officer

Compliance officer

Compliance officers make sure organisations operate legally and ethically. They oversee compliance reporting, review policies and advise on possible risks and legal requirements.

Also known as

Assessment and compliance officer, risk and compliance officer, compliance and privacy officer, compliance adviser, environmental compliance officer, audit and debt officer, company secretary

AUT programmes

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours
  • Usually work in offices and may travel nationally
  • Need to be methodical, accurate and communicate well

Typical tasks

  • Make sure businesses follow laws and rules
  • Check licenses and permits are correct
  • Take payments for goods and services
  • Oversee compliance reporting
  • Oversee hiring and recruitment processes
  • Check buildings, equipment and supplies meet rules
  • Make sure financial records follow rules
  • Help others to understand laws and rules
  • Inspect buildings, equipment and supplies for standards
  • Report to government about risks and legal needs

Salary information

$59K-$131K
LowerMost commonUpper
$59K$71K-$107K$131K

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