Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.   

Our ambition is clear: To be Australia’s most loved airline. To achieve this, it’s critical that everything we do is done with absolute integrity and uncompromised ethics. 

At Virgin Australia, we don’t just talk about a culture of ethical behaviour and compliance with the law. We live it. One of our core values is doing the right thing - it’s how we work. It’s how we play. It’s how we behave. It’s how we decide.  

What you’ll be doing: 

You’ll have the opportunity to apply your legal expertise to complex aspects of the law to operationalise the Group’s compliance requirements. A strong legal skillset is required along with a customer centric focus and an innovative mindset. 

The regulatory environment Virgin Australia operates in is increasingly complex. Reporting to the Head of Ethics and Compliance, you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and experienced team on a wide variety of multifaceted and interesting issues impacting Virgin Australia’s businesses. This will include designing and implementing compliance response plans; creating and implementing policies; and providing legal advice on a range of projects including in relation to product development and strategic partnership initiatives. You will also be involved in regulatory and legislative reform processes, including providing legal advice on law reforms impacting the aviation industry and engagement with key regulators. 

You’ll be great in this role if you: 

• Have a minimum of 10 years post admission experience working with an inhouse team or reputable law firm.  

• Have experience in advising on some of the following key regulatory risk areas: financial services; anti-bribery/anti-corruption; competition; consumer; supply chain due diligence; modern slavery or cybersecurity. 

• Have experience in developing, managing, and maintaining compliance frameworks, including driving program objectives, milestones, metrics, and reporting. 

• Have an analytical mind and excellent problem-solving skills that allow you to interpret complex regulatory obligations and establish solutions for its implementation and fast adoption. 

• Are experienced in creating and implementing policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 

• Can provide training and mentoring on compliance with Virgin Australia’s ethics and compliance program, Code of Conduct, and other related policies/procedures. 

• Can assist the Head of Ethics & Compliance to meet reporting obligations for the Executive Leadership Team and the Virgin Australia Group Boards, including by preparing updates on current matters or relevant issues as required. 

• Are experienced in managing multiple internal and external stakeholders in a fast paced and dynamic environment. 

• Have exceptional attention to detail and excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal. 

• Enjoy providing coaching, mentoring and guidance to less experienced members of the team. 

What you’ll get from us: 

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to): 

• Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year) 

• Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home) 

• Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide 

• Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership  

• Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts 

• Wellness support, including the Converge digital wellbeing platform  

• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial 

• Dress for Your Day – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you 

Equality rules: 

We’re all individuals. We love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.  

Ready to apply? We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.