Job Description
We are seeking a senior risk assurance leader to drive the design and delivery of an assurance strategy that supports our bank's continued uplift in risk and compliance performance.
* Design and embed a consolidated assurance framework, methodologies, and processes across all material risk classes.
* Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based annual assurance plan.
* Lead and coach a team of senior risk assurance specialists to build capability and ensure quality outcomes.
* Engage with senior stakeholders to communicate progress, themes, and insights from assurance activity.
* Provide regular assurance reporting to management and board committees to inform strategic risk oversight.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Significant experience in internal audit or risk assurance, including experience in a senior leadership role within the financial services industry.
* Strong technical knowledge in risk profiling, control effectiveness, and assurance methodologies.
* Proven ability to communicate complex issues to non-technical stakeholders, influence at executive level, and drive engagement.
* A collaborative and commercial mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* A commitment to continuous learning, team development, and innovation in assurance practice.
Benefits
You will have access to:
* Flexibility and hybrid working arrangements.
* Extensive salary packaging options.
* Opportunities for career advancement through training, study support, and project opportunities.
* Competitive leave benefits.
* Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing leave, mental health app, and mental health ambassadors' program.
* Recognition for your contributions through a peer-driven recognition program.
About Us
We are a leading mutual bank, committed to delivering positive change through banking. We serve over 700,000 members and employ 1,900 staff, with dual head offices in Adelaide and Toowoomba. Our vision is to create a positive impact on our members and the community, while offering an inclusive and flexible work environment.