Head of Compliance & ESG
Core
Lead compliance, product quality assurance, ethical sourcing, and sustainability functions to protect product standards and meet regulatory obligations.
Role type
Senior leadership compliance and ESG head
Builds
Compliance frameworks, supplier ethical sourcing programs, and ESG strategies
Domain
Consumer goods / Retail / Manufacturing
Required skills
Regulatory compliance strategy, product safety and quality assurance, supplier audits and ethical sourcing, ESG strategy development, risk management, stakeholder management, team leadership, commercial acumen
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Australian Consumer Law, chemical and packaging compliance, modern slavery reporting, sustainability strategy, tertiary qualification in Compliance/Law/Science/Engineering/Risk/Sustainability
Technologies
Compliance frameworks, risk management tools, supplier audit systems
Responsibilities
Develop and oversee compliance framework and risk management strategies; Lead regulatory compliance including Australian Consumer Law and modern slavery obligations; Establish product safety and quality assurance standards; Oversee product complaints, safety incidents, and recall readiness; Lead supplier compliance and ethical sourcing frameworks; Drive supply chain due diligence for human rights and responsible sourcing; Develop and deliver ESG and sustainability strategy; Manage relationships with external consultants, legal advisers, and regulatory bodies; Lead, mentor, and develop the Compliance Manager and Sourcing Coordinator; Report on compliance, product quality, supplier performance, and ESG progress to the Executive Team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
