Risk Manager

TOM People; Sydney; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Sydney is seeking an experienced Finance Risk Manager to lead risk management initiatives in the Line 1 Risk function. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in risk or compliance roles and will be responsible for executing self-assessments, managing risk data, and ensuring compliance across finance operations. This position offers a competitive salary between A$170,000 and A$200,000 annually, with a focus on fostering a strong risk culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a risk, compliance, or internal controls role within financial services.
• Strong understanding of operational risk frameworks and control effectiveness testing.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Leading the execution of Finance's Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs).
• Delivering the Line 1 Controls Assurance Plan and Risk Reporting Framework.
• Managing the accuracy and quality of risk data within the TRACx system.

Skills

Risk Management

Compliance

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Attention to Detail

Tools

TRACx

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting a Finance Risk Manager for the Line 1 Risk function within a reputable financial services business.

Base pay range

A$170,000.00/yr - A$200,000.00/yr

About the Role

This is a delivery-focused position supporting the Head of Business Management and the Senior Manager of Risk – Finance. You will take ownership of key activities across the 1st Line Risk and Compliance function within Finance.

Responsibilities

• Leading the execution of Finance's Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs)
• Delivering the Line 1 Controls Assurance Plan and Risk Reporting Framework
• Managing the accuracy and quality of risk data within the TRACx system (GRC tool)
• Providing proactive risk and compliance advice across finance transformation initiatives
• Supporting and influencing a strong risk culture within Finance
• Preparing insights and analysis for the monthly Finance Risk Committee

What You Bring

• 5+ years' experience in a risk, compliance, or internal controls role within financial services
• Strong understanding of operational risk frameworks and control effectiveness testing
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and reporting capabilities
• Prior exposure to life insurance or financial services risk environments preferred

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Strategy/Planning and Finance