Acquisition Workstream Lead Legal, Risk & Regulatory (12-Month Contract)

As part of a conditional binding agreement to acquire another Australian payment services provider subject to regulatory approvals we are looking for a Workstream Lead to join our Program team.

The Workstream Lead  Legal Risk & Regulatory is accountable for leading the integration workstream focused on Legal Risk and Regulatory functions for the Program. The role will drive alignment across both organisations to ensure a seamless transition and unified operating model in these domains. 

Youll also make an impact by:

• Working closely with the Integration Management Office and Business teams this role orchestrates delivery across multiple streams ensuring a smooth and high-impact transition aligned with Cuscals growth and reputation objectives. 
• As a Line 1 representative the role also ensures adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements by identifying documenting and mitigating potential compliance and operational risks throughout the integration lifecycle. 
• Lead integration planning and execution for Risk Regulatory and Legal domains. 
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure regulatory obligations are met. 
• Align risk management frameworks and controls across both organizations. 
• Facilitate due diligence contract harmonization and legal risk mitigation. 
• Report progress risks and issues to the Integration Program Director and relevant governance bodies. 
• Provide regular updates to the Program Sponsor and Steering Committee. 

Qualifications :

What youll bring 

Youve got an inquisitive nature with the ability to see the bigger picture; youve got excellent communication skills and a real knack for influencing and negotiating. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about Agile ways of working.  

To succeed in this role youll have: 

• Proven experience in integrating business functions within post-acquisition integration merger or large-scale transformation environments. 
• Strong understanding of functional domains including Legal Risk and Compliance and stakeholder communications. 
• Demonstrated success in aligning business processes technology and reporting frameworks across merged entities. 
• Exceptional planning and delivery skills with experience in governance reporting and executive communication. 
• Strong financial management experience including budget integration and vendor rationalisation. 
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite especially Word and PowerPoint. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with well-honed executive presentation skills

Additional Information :

Why Cuscal 

At Cuscal youll find a strong successful company thats reimagining the future. And our team is right there at the heart of it all.   

Here youll deliver or support interesting ground-breaking work that has real impact - on Australias financial services sector and the millions of customers it serves.  

Youll innovate alongside skilled smart connected teams. 

And youll build an impressive fulfilling career that continues to grow.   

Youll also enjoy a range of benefits including: 

• Recognition and growth: Celebrate achievements through IGNITE and grow with tailored development opportunities. 
• Wellbeing focus: Access initiatives supporting physical mental and financial health plus discounts via Cuscal Advantage. 
• Diversity and inclusion: Join a workplace that values different perspectives and flexible work arrangements. 

Join us and reimagine the future 

Ready to make an impact Click APPLY to join today. 

If youre excited about this opportunity wed love to explore how you can contribute to our vision for the future. Screening and interviews may occur before the job ad closing date so dont wait - apply now. 

Cuscal is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive barrier-free recruitment process.  

We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage people living with a disability LGBTQIA and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cuscal.   

Note: Cuscal does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or search firms. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract