Director of Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance

Bluefin Resources Pty; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluefin Resources Pty is seeking a Director of Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance to lead a strategic function across internal audit, enterprise risk and compliance in a complex Queensland organisation.

This senior role involves guiding executive leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee, building governance maturity, and developing a small team to deliver assurance and effective risk management.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in internal audit, risk and governance.
• Government sector experience is highly regarded.
• Senior leadership ability to influence executives and Audit & Risk Committees.
• Professional qualification (CIA/CA/CPA) is essential.
• Experience overseeing internal audit programs and co-sourced arrangements.
• Strong understanding of enterprise risk and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal audit function, annual audit program, co-sourced arrangements and QA.
• Provide independent strategic advice to executive leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee.
• Oversee enterprise risk management, compliance and governance frameworks.
• Lead and develop a small team, fostering a proactive culture.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and influence decisions.
• Oversee audit findings, remediation activities and governance reporting.

Skills

Internal Audit

Risk Management

Governance

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Education

CIA/CA/CPA or equivalent

Job description

Director of Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance

Company Overview
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance leader to take on a strategic Director-level position within a complex, well-established Queensland organisation.
This senior leadership role will oversee internal audit, enterprise risk and compliance, providing strategic advice to executive leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee. You will lead a small, newly established team and play a key role in strengthening governance, assurance and risk management practices across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal audit function, including the annual audit program, co-sourced arrangements and quality assurance.
• Provide independent, strategic advice to executive leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee.
• Oversee enterprise risk management, compliance and governance frameworks, driving continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop a small team, fostering a proactive and collaborative culture.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing decisions and strengthening organisational accountability.
• Oversee audit findings, remediation activities and governance reporting.

Company Overview
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance leader to take on a strategic Director-level position within a complex, well-established Queensland organisation.
This senior leadership role will oversee internal audit, enterprise risk and compliance, providing strategic advice to executive leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee. You will lead a small, newly established team and play a key role in strengthening governance, assurance and risk management practices across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal audit function, including the annual audit program, co-sourced arrangements and quality assurance.
• Provide independent, strategic advice to executive leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee.
• Oversee enterprise risk management, compliance and governance frameworks, driving continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop a small team, fostering a proactive and collaborative culture.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing decisions and strengthening organisational accountability.
• Oversee audit findings, remediation activities and governance reporting.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Extensive experience in internal audit, risk and governance, with a strong internal audit background.
• Experience within the government sector is highly regarded, although candidates from large commercial organisations and financial services will also be considered.
• Proven senior leadership experience, with the ability to independently influence executives and Audit and Risk Committees.
• A CIA, CA, CPA or equivalent recognised professional qualification is essential.
• Experience overseeing internal audit programs, assurance frameworks and co-sourced audit arrangements.
• Strong understanding of enterprise risk management, compliance and governance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and people leadership skills.
• Background in government, large complex organisations or highly regulated industries will be highly regarded.
• This is an opportunity to take on a strategic leadership role with genuine influence across a complex organisation.