Location: Brisbane
Other locations: Anywhere in Country
Date: 23 Jan 2026
Requisition ID: 1668299
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We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.
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The opportunity
As our Program Risk Management Manager you'll join our Risk Transformation Team in supporting leading Australian and Global organisations to assess, manage and mitigate risks associated with the delivery of their major and strategic programs and projects.
This is a hybrid position based in Meanjin – Brisbane, Naarm – Melbourne, or Warrang – Sydney. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.
Your key responsibilities
To ensure the integrity, compliance, and performance of client project and programs by implementing assurance frameworks, conducting audits, and mitigating risks throughout the program lifecycle.
* Program Assurance & Governance
o Develop and maintain assurance plans aligned with organisational standards and regulatory requirements.
o Monitor compliance with program objectives, technical specifications, and quality standards.
* Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across system development and deployment phases.
* Maintain risk registers and ensure timely escalation of critical issues.
* Quality Assurance
o Conduct audits and reviews of system processes, documentation, and deliverables.
o Validate adherence to standards, protocols, and performance benchmarks.
* Stakeholder Engagement
o Collaborate with program managers, key program stakeholders, and vendors to ensure alignment with assurance objectives.
o Prepare and present assurance reports to senior leadership and governance boards.
* Recommend process improvements based on audit findings and lessons learned.
* Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies in assurance and compliance.
Skills and attributes for success
* 5+ years experience in program risk management and/or internal audit and compliance services
* Strong understanding of program management frameworks, and quality assurance methodologies.
* Proficiency in risk assessment tools, compliance standards (ISO, ITIL, etc.), and audit techniques.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
Ideally, you'll also have the skills and attributes below but don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes. We're interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.
* Experience working on ERP/SAP implementations and Cloud migrations are advantageous
* Infrastructure and/or engineering program experience
* Project or program management certifications (eg. PRINCE2, MSP, ITIL, MPP)
What we offer you
At EY, we'll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more .
* Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape!We'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
* Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
* A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits
* Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.
Acknowledgement of Country
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Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.
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