Deputy Chief Risk Officer

Alt; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly support

Wellness perks

A vibrant culture

Employee Resource Groups

Community Impact

Job summary

Netwealth in Melbourne is seeking a senior leader for Risk, Legal & Governance to serve as Deputy Chief Risk Officer. You will lead enterprise risk and compliance and drive a hands-on risk transformation with a 20–25 person team, including two General Managers.

You will collaborate with business leaders, risk/control owners, technology and operations to embed clear Three Lines accountability and deliver decision-useful reporting to the Executive and Board risk committees.

Qualifications

• Hands-on enterprise risk transformation experience from design to adoption.
• Senior leadership in enterprise risk and compliance in regulated financial services.
• Knowledge of Three Lines accountability and independent Line 2 oversight.
• Strong knowledge of Australian financial services, APRA and ASIC expectations.
• Operational, platform, technology risk, resilience and assurance experience.
• Senior people leadership with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Data, technology and GRC fluency; disciplined prioritisation.
• A tertiary degree; postgraduate study or professional accreditation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of Netwealth's target risk operating model.
• Lead enterprise risk and compliance, including frameworks and risk appetite.
• Embed clear Three Lines accountability and independent Line 2 oversight.
• Improve GRC data mapping, automation and reporting.
• Provide reporting to the Executive and Board risk committees.
• Develop senior risk leaders and teams with clear priorities.
• Act as deputy to the Chief Risk, Legal & Governance Officer for risk.

Skills

Enterprise risk transformation

Senior risk leadership

Three Lines accountability

GRC data fluency

Stakeholder influence

Education

Tertiary degree in a relevant field

Postgraduate study or accreditation in risk/compliance/governance

Job description

About Netwealth

Netwealth isn't just a company. We're shaping the future of wealth in Australia. Our award-winning platform and NextGen technology empower advisers and investors to achieve more, and we're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's most innovative FinTech businesses.

Since 1999, we've grown rapidly by challenging the status quo. We move fast, think big, and stay agile. Free from unnecessary bureaucracy so we can deliver smarter solutions for our clients and create real impact.

But what truly sets us apart? Our people. We're a team of curious, optimistic and courageous individuals who collaborate to make life better for more Australians. We value authenticity, and agility, and we believe in creating an environment where you can do your best work, grow your career, and feel part of something meaningful.

If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, where innovation is celebrated, and where you can help shape a brighter financial future, join us at Netwealth.

The Opportunity

This is a senior leadership role in Netwealth's Risk, Legal & Governance function. As the Deputy Chief Risk Officer, you'll lead enterprise risk and compliance and drive a hands-on risk transformation.

This is a hands-on role. You'll lead a team of 20-25, including two General Managers. You'll also work with business leaders, risk and control owners, technology and operations to embed clear Three Lines accountability. Business owners own their risks and controls, and Line 2 advises, checks and challenges independently.

You'll bring confident challenge and sound commercial judgement, and you'll build trusted relationships across the Executive, the business and Board risk committees.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the design and delivery of Netwealth's target risk operating model
• Lead enterprise risk and compliance, including frameworks, risk appetite, control standards, assurance, and incident and breach management
• Embed clear Three Lines accountability and strong independent Line 2 oversight
• Improve GRC data, risk and control mapping, automation and reporting
• Provide clear, decision-useful reporting to the Executive and Board risk committees
• Develop senior risk leaders and teams, with clear priorities and accountabilities
• Act as deputy to the Chief Risk, Legal & Governance Officer for risk, within delegated authority

About you

You're a senior risk leader who has delivered real change, not just advised on it.

You've led enterprise risk transformation end to end, and you've seen it land in the business. You understand how Three Lines accountability works in practice, and you can challenge constructively without becoming a blocker. You're equally credible with a Board committee and with the teams doing the work.

You'll bring:

• Hands-on, end-to-end enterprise risk transformation experience, from design through to adoption and realised benefits
• Substantial senior enterprise risk and compliance leadership in regulated financial services
• Experience with Three Lines accountability, control ownership and independent Line 2 oversight
• Strong knowledge of Australian financial services, APRA and ASIC expectations
• Operational, platform and technology risk, resilience and assurance experience
• Senior people leadership, and the ability to influence Executive, business and Board stakeholders
• Data, technology and GRC fluency, and disciplined prioritisation
• A relevant tertiary degree or equivalent professional experience. Postgraduate study or risk, compliance or governance accreditation is desirable.

Experience in wealth or investment platforms, superannuation, fintech or another regulated, high-growth, technology-led organisation will set you apart.

Life At Netwealth

At Netwealth, we believe a fulfilling career is built on growth, balance, and belonging. Our people are our greatest strength, and we’re committed to supporting you at every stage of life because when you thrive, so do we.

We're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's top 5 companies for Career Development (endorsed by WORK180). From further education and diverse training opportunities to strong support for internal mobility. Your career can grow here.

Our flexible hybrid model supports balance, with just 4 days in the office each fortnight. When you’re in, you’ll enjoy working from one of our modern, thoughtfully designed spaces across Australia – including our state-of-the-art Melbourne CBD office. All locations feature contemporary facilities to make your day comfortable, and in Melbourne, you’ll also enjoy perks like end-of-trip amenities and daily breakfast to make your commute easier.

We offer benefits designed for your wellbeing and personal development, including;

• Family-friendly support: Paid parental leave and a fully funded school holiday program
• Wellness perks: CU Health (virtual healthcare), income protection, flu shots, wellness weeks, retail discounts and financial wellbeing services
• A vibrant culture: social events, trivia nights, and corporate sports
• Employee Resource Groups: LGBTQIA+, DAWN (Development and Accelerating Women at Netwealth), Culture Group and Carers Group
• Community Impact: Paid volunteering and our Netwealth Impact Group

We're proud of our inclusive and diverse workforce and encourage everyone to bring their genuine selves to work. It's one of our core values. We're committed to equity and inclusion through our gender equality, disability, LGBTQIA+, wellbeing and cultural initiatives. And we're certified by WORK180, Family Friendly Workplaces and Great Places to Work.

If you're excited by the opportunity but don't meet every requirements, we still encourage you to apply. Research shows people often hesitate unless they tick every box. We value potential and passion just as much.

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