Risk Management Lead

NBN Co; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

nbn is seeking a Risk Management Lead to shape the safe adoption of AI and emerging technologies. You will lead strategic risk assessments, partnering with stakeholders across business, technology, security and privacy, and provide trusted advice to support informed decision-making.

This role focuses on embedding governance and controls throughout the AI lifecycle, contributing to assurance and remediation, and helping the risk management function meet rising demand while developing deep

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of risk management in tech projects.
• Experience with AI governance and responsible tech practices.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic risk assessments for AI, technology and business initiatives.
• Provide guidance to enable informed decision-making.
• Embed governance and controls across AI/tech lifecycle.
• Support assurance, remediation and reporting to raise risk maturity.

Skills

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in IT / Law / Engineering / AI Ethics

Job description

Build your career and Australia’s future.

Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.

A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Risk Management Lead reporting to Senior Manager Risk Management.

A bit about your role

Join us as a Risk Management Lead and help shape the safe and responsible adoption of AI and emerging technologies across nbn. In this influential role, you will lead strategic risk assessments for AI, technology and business initiatives, partnering with stakeholders across business, technology, security and privacy to deliver practical, risk-informed outcomes. You will provide trusted advice, guidance and education to support effective decision-making, help embed governance and controls throughout the AI and technology lifecycle, and contribute to assurance, remediation and reporting activities that strengthen risk maturity across the organisation. Beyond your individual portfolio, you will play a key role in supporting team delivery by contributing to priority initiatives, responding to emerging business needs, and helping the broader risk management function meet increasing demand. This is an exciting opportunity to develop deep expertise in Responsible AI and emerging technology risk while making a meaningful impact on how nbn manages risk, enables innovation, and delivers value for our organisation.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate brings a relevant tertiary qualification in areas such as Information Technology, Law, Engineering, AI Ethics, or a related discipline, with an interest in Responsible AI, AI governance and ethical technology practices. They have experience working in technology, operational or enterprise support environments and are comfortable partnering with diverse stakeholders across business and technical teams. Strong communication, collaboration, project coordination and problem-solving skills are important, along with the ability to navigate evolving requirements, provide practical guidance, and contribute effectively in cross-functional environments.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures.

That's why we have:

• Reconciliation Action Plan
• Accessibility & Inclusion Plan
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave
• are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer
• active employee-led diversity pillars

Equal Opportunities for All

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing***********@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at [phone]. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity and applications will close at midnight on Monday, 12th October.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.