Risk Manager

Pembroke School; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembroke School is seeking a Risk Manager to lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of its operational risk management framework.

You will provide practical advice, align practices with duty of care, legislation and best practice, and work with school leaders to manage high-risk activities and incidents.

Strong governance, stakeholder engagement and communication are essential to foster a proactive risk culture across the school.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Risk, Business, WHS or Governance.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 31000 and risk management principles.
• Experience in risk, compliance or governance roles.
• Experience implementing frameworks in complex organisations.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the operational risk management framework (ISO 31000).
• Document policies and procedures to identify and evaluate new risks and elevate high-priority risks to leadership.
• Monitor changes in legislation, standards and emerging risks and assess implications.
• Lead the implementation of software solutions to support risk priorities.
• Implement systems supporting risk assessments, consent and medical information.

Skills

Risk management

Governance

WHS

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Risk/Business/WHS/Governance

Tools

Risk software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

In this newly created role, the Risk Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Pembroke School’s operational risk management framework.

The role provides practical advice and oversight to support consistent and compliant risk management practices aligned to duty of care, legislative requirements and best practice. Working collaboratively with leaders across the School, the position supports the effective management of high-risk activities, critical incidents and organisational resilience, while fostering a proactive and accountable risk culture.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage the implementation of all aspects of the operational risk management framework, including implementation of processes and procedures, tools and systems to identify, assess, measure and monitor risk aligned to ISO 31000.
• Documentation of policies and procedures to assist in identifying and evaluating new risks, elevating high priority risks to relevant PLT members and Principal as appropriate
• Monitor changes in legislation, standards and emerging risks and assess their implications for the School's risk management framework.
• Lead the implementation of software solutions to support the management of strategic and operational risk priorities.
• Implement systems supporting risk assessments, consent, and medical information.

About You

The successful applicant will have a demonstrated ability to maintain a consultative approach to risk management, with a high level of attention to detail in identifying, assessing and managing risk.

You will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Risk, Business, WHS or Governance).
• Sound knowledge of ISO 31000 and contemporary risk management principles.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, compliance, or governance roles.
• Experience implementing frameworks and systems in complex organisations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Required for Employment (Prior to Commencement)

• Current Working with Children Check (South Australia)
• Current Plink RRHAN-EC training: Masterclass and Fundamentals, including Protective Practices

Find Your Place At Pembroke

At Pembroke, you’ll be part of a warm and collaborative school community that values relationships, initiative, and a shared commitment to learning. Whether in the classroom, on the sporting field, or behind the scenes, every role contributes to shaping the rich and inclusive culture of the School. With opportunities for professional growth, a strong sense of belonging, and a genuine appreciation for staff, Pembroke is a place where your work is seen, valued, and celebrated.

Read more in The Heart of Pembroke - Celebrating our Staff.

Pembroke School is a co-educational, non-denominational, day and boarding School from Early Learning Centre to Year 12. Renowned for academic excellence and a broad, inclusive program, Pembroke offers the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) and is also an International Baccalaureate World School, offering the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Primary Years Programme (PYP).

Pembroke is a vibrant and exciting School catering for a diverse community of students. With over 1,700 students, the School offers a broad-ranging curriculum and an outstanding choice of co-curricular opportunities. The School employs over 300 permanent and fixed-term staff, plus more than 150 casual employees.

Pembroke seeks to engage outstanding, diverse and well-qualified staff to work in our welcoming and open School. All staff work together to provide an environment that facilitates each student’s exploration of their potential, academic progress and personal welfare. Staff are encouraged to maintain a collaborative approach, a broad outlook within their respective field and a commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement. Pembroke is a lively and fulfilling place to work.

Pembroke School is an equal opportunity employer.