Risk and Compliance Manager

Allianz Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Hybrid work arrangements

Mentoring and development

Job summary

Allianz Australia is seeking a Risk and Compliance Manager to oversee the implementation and monitoring of the risk and compliance framework within the Customer and Operations division in Sydney. The role partners with the business to identify and manage current and emerging risks while advising on strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have tertiary qualifications in risk, governance or finance, demonstrated risk management experience and a strong ability to translate complex risk

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (risk, compliance, governance, audit, finance) or equivalent professional qualifications.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, compliance, governance or related control function.
• Strong understanding of risk frameworks, controls and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to translate complex information into practical risk advice for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the risk and compliance framework.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify, assess, monitor and manage risks.
• Provide risk and compliance advice to support decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee risk incidents, issues and control effectiveness with remediation and reporting.
• Monitor compliance obligations and regulatory requirements across the business.
• Prepare and deliver risk reporting, insights and stakeholder engagement activities.

Skills

Risk management

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Reporting capabilities

Education

Relevant risk qualifications

Tools

GRC software

Job description

RISK AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER | CUSTOMER AND OPERATIONS | SYDNEY

At Allianz, we’re proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces in Australia 2026 and a Great Place to Work. As a leading global insurance and asset management brand, we prioritise care for our customers, the planet, and each other. We hire the very best people to further our commitment to caring and securing the future for our customers.

We offer an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning, development, and global mobility. Join us and share your ideas, be inspired, give back to the community and feel proud to be a part of an organisation doing meaningful work that matters while supporting sustainability, mental health, and well-being.

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

This Line 1 Risk and Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation and monitoring of the risk and compliance management framework. Partnering closely with the business, this role ensures that current and emerging risks are effectively identified, assessed and managed with a focus on supporting our Customer and Operations division.

• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the risk and compliance framework within the business.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify, assess, monitor and manage current and emerging risks.
• Provide risk and compliance advice to support business decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee risk incidents, issues and control effectiveness, ensuring appropriate remediation and reporting.
• Monitor compliance obligations and regulatory requirements, supporting adherence across the business.
• Prepare and deliver risk reporting, insights and stakeholder engagement activities to promote a strong risk culture.

About You

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or professional certifications in risk, compliance, governance, audit, finance or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, compliance, governance or a related control function.
• Strong understanding of risk frameworks, controls, regulatory requirements and compliance obligations.
• Ability to identify, assess and manage business risks while providing practical risk advice to stakeholders.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship management skills, with the ability to build strong partnerships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels across the business.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and reporting capabilities, with the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights.

Benefits And Perks

• Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
• Work-life balance: Enjoy our flexible, hybrid work arrangements, and tailored workplace adjustments, where possible.
• Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
• Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!
• For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

About Allianz Group

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us.

At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matters, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to [e-mail] for a confidential conversation.

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers