Compliance Officer

About BYD

BYD is a high-tech company devoted to technological innovations for a better life. BYD is dedicated to providing zero-emission energy solutions.

As a leading battery-electric zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) manufacturer BYD has created a broad range of battery-electric hybrid-electric and internal combustion (IC) passenger vehicles. Developing electric vehicles that are intelligent and connected BYD is inaugurating a new age of automotive innovation featuring a sleek design and an innovative user experience.

About the Role

Based in BYDs Melbourne office in Mulgrave the Compliance Officer is responsible for developing implementing and monitoring the compliance framework for the Australian/New Zealand operations of the BYD & Denza. The role ensures adherence to Australian regulatory requirements across vehicle safety consumer law competition law environmental standards data privacy and corporate governance while supporting ethical business conduct and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory & Legal Compliance

• Monitor and report on Australian laws and regulations impacting BYD and Denza operations including:

  • Australian Consumer Law (ACL)

  • Motor Vehicle Standards Act (MVSA) / Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA)

  • ACCC Department of Infrastructure and state-based regulators

  • Environmental and emissions regulations (e.g. ADRs EV-related obligations)

  • Privacy Act and data protection requirements

  • OH&S

• Advise business stakeholders on compliance obligations across sales marketing aftersales recalls warranties fleet and finance products.

• Support regulatory filings approvals audits and inspections.

Compliance Framework & Risk Management

• Develop implement and maintain compliance policies procedures and controls.

• Conduct compliance risk assessments and gap analyses across business units.

• Support internal audits and remediation activities.

• Track and report compliance metrics and incidents to senior management.

Training & Awareness

• Assist in the design and delivery of compliance training programs

• Promote a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct.

• Act as a point of contact for compliance-related queries.

Investigations & Incident Management

• Manage compliance incidents complaints and breaches including root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Support internal investigations and whistleblower matters.

• Coordinate with Legal on regulator engagement enforcement actions and recalls.

Key Stakeholders

• Legal Risk Technical/Market Quality Aftersales Sales & Marketing

• Dealer Network

• Global Compliance / HQ teams

• Regulators and external advisers

Skills & Experience

Essential

• 3 years experience in compliance legal or regulatory roles (automotive manufacturing or highly regulated industries preferred).

• Strong working knowledge of Australian Consumer Law and regulatory frameworks.

• Experience implementing compliance frameworks and conducting risk assessments.

• Ability to translate legal requirements into practical business guidance.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Desirable

• Automotive experience especially with vehicle recalls safety compliance or product compliance.

• Exposure to Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) and regulatory frameworks.

• Legal qualification or compliance certification.

• Multi Lingual English and Mandarin.

HOW TO APPLY

If you believe you are a good fit for the role please dont hesitate to click on APPLY and submit your updated resume.

BYD Australia is under rapid expansion with plenty more opportunities to arise. If you are ready to make the most of everything youve learned so far be challenged work together with industry leaders and be a part of a supportive and vibrant team then BYD is ready for you.