Risk & Controls Analyst (6-month FTC)

MARS PARTNERSHIP PTY. LTD.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Recruitment is partnering with a leading corporate institutional bank in Sydney to find an experienced Operational Risk & Controls Analyst to join a high-performing Risk team. Working closely with senior risk leaders, you will play a key role in supporting the operational risk framework, internal controls, audit management, regulatory compliance and business-wide risk initiatives.

You will conduct control testing, prepare risk reports, engage with stakeholders and help strengthen governance

Qualifications

• Experience in Operational Risk, Risk & Compliance, Internal Audit, Controls Assurance, Risk Governance or related banking function.
• Understanding of operational risk frameworks, controls and audit processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and enhancement of the operational risk management framework.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, reviews and regulatory assessments.
• Monitor risk matters and assist remediation from audits and control reviews.
• Prepare risk reports and MI for senior stakeholders and risk committees.
• Assist planning and delivery of risk-related projects across governance.
• Conduct control testing, risk assessments and targeted reviews.
• Maintain policies, procedures and regulatory alignment.
• Build relationships to promote effective risk management.

Skills

Operational risk

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Finance/Business degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

1mo ago , from MARS PARTNERSHIP PTY. LTD.

Mars Recruitment is partnering with a leading corporate institutional bank in Sydney to find an experienced Operational Risk & Controls Analyst to join a high-performing Risk team. Working closely with senior risk leaders, you will play a key role in supporting the operational risk framework, internal controls, audit management, regulatory compliance and business-wide risk initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation and ongoing enhancement of the operational risk management framework.
• Assist with the coordination of internal and external audits, reviews and regulatory assessments.
• Monitor operational risk matters and support remediation activities arising from audit findings and control reviews.
• Prepare risk reports, analysis and management information for senior stakeholders and risk committees.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of business-wide projects relating to risk, controls and governance.
• Conduct control testing, risk assessments and targeted reviews across business functions.
• Support the maintenance and communication of policies, procedures and Head Office requirements.
• Build strong relationships across the business to promote effective risk management and control practices.
• Contribute to regulatory compliance activities, including alignment with APRA prudential standards and expectations.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve operational risk processes.

Key Requirements:

• Experience within Operational Risk, Risk & Compliance, Internal Audit, Controls Assurance, Risk Governance or a related function within banking.
• Understanding of operational risk frameworks, controls, governance and audit processes.
• Knowledge of Australian banking regulations and APRA prudential standards.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes within deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Strong written skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports for senior management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business, Commerce, Risk Management, Accounting or a related discipline preferred.