We are looking for a Senior Risk and Assurance Advisor to join our National Risk and Assurance team, responsible for overseeing risk management, assurance and audit activities for the SA Workers Compensation business unit. The role supports compliance, risk mitigation, and process improvement across our organization.
Overview
* Central Adelaide location.
* Support risk, audit and assurance activities for our SA business unit.
* Professional growth and career development, flexible working arrangements, wellbeing support programs, and more.
Responsibilities
* Proactively collaborate with the business to reduce its risk profile and improve processes and controls.
* Foster open, transparent and trusting relationships with internal and external clients such as ReturnToWorkSA, EY, PwC, KPMG, and Scyne.
* Provide independent and transparent advice to stakeholders on audit and assurance activities.
* Partner with senior management in delivering results against contractual, legal and statutory requirements, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
* Provide recommendations on business improvement opportunities.
* Undertake mandated audits in accordance with the audit calendar.
* Deliver technical advice on audit requirements and develop criteria for new internal audits.
* Advise on controls and identify gaps and deficiencies in Agent controls, strengthening the controls framework.
* Engage and influence the business to formulate Management Action Plans and emerging risk management notifications.
* Provide coaching and mentoring to staff, and undertake leadership tasks during periods of absence.
* Liaise with the client (RTWSA) Contracts and Assurance teams to ensure they are updated on audit progress and follow‐up queries.
* Escalate emerging risks and breaches to the Risk & Assurance Manager as required.
Qualifications
* Significant experience in the SA Workers Compensation Scheme and related legislation, with direct experience in risk, audit and assurance desirable.
* Understanding of the Return to Work Act 2014.
* Creative and critical thinking/problem‐solving skills.
* Self‐starter with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
* Ability to build relationships and influence operational processes to drive the implementation of audit recommendations.
* Strong decision‐making skills with natural coaching ability.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of stakeholders.
* Exceptional time management and organisational skills.
* Effective research and analytical skills.
* A strategic mindset and approach to work.
* A strong sense of team and collaboration.
* A resilient attitude.
Benefits
* 4 weeks annual leave plus up to 2 weeks additional purchased Lifestyle Leave.
* Novated Leasing opportunities.
* Two paid volunteer days annually.
* Health Insurance discounts with our Group Insurance Plan.
* Employee Stock Purchase Program.
* Paid parental leave.
* Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Support for yourself and immediate family members.
* Employee Recognition Awards and Service Milestone Recognitions.
* Peer Support Program.
* Annual flu vaccinations.
* Access to Reward Gateway – discount offers at over 350 retailers.
To be considered for this opportunity you must have the right to live and work in Australia when applying.
Unsolicited agency applicants will not be considered for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gallagher Bassett is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Indigenous Australian applicants are encouraged to apply. As a member of the Diversity Council Australia, we recognise the importance of, and embrace diversity in the workplace. We will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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