Senior Consultant - Governance & Risk Advisory

Moore Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

High-quality client base

Strategic impact

Hybrid working (Melbourne CBD)

Job summary

Moore Australia, a leading adviser in governance and risk, seeks a Senior Consultant to lead risk-based internal audits and assess controls. You will guide junior team members and manage projects across internal audit, governance, compliance and risk advisory services.

You will deliver high-quality work to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and strong client service. A strong foundation in GRC and data analysis is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in commerce or business required.
• Professional qualification like CIA/CA/CPA pursued or in progress.
• Minimum 3 years in risk, governance, internal/external audit or compliance.
• Experience in health, education, government, aged care or not-for-profit is valued.
• Valid Working with Children Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audits and risk-based engagements from planning to reporting.
• Manage client projects across governance, risk and compliance domains.
• Analyze processes to identify risks, control gaps and improvements.
• Coach junior staff and ensure engagement budgets and timelines.
• Deliver high-quality client deliverables and stakeholder discussions.
• Maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and clients.
• Adhere to Moore Australia Internal Audit methodology.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Critical thinking

Proactivity

Industry trends

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Bachelor of Business or equivalent

Professional qualification in progress (CIA/CA/CPA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Consultant within the firm’s Governance and Risk Advisory division, you will lead and deliver risk-based internal audits, assess internal controls, and guide junior team members. You will be responsible for supporting the management and delivery of projects across a range of internal audit, governance, compliance and risk advisory services from start to finish.

In this role you will provide internal and external stakeholders with exceptional client service, ensuring all work prepared by you is high quality and delivered in a timely manner.

Job Requirements

Skills and Attributes

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain trust and relationships quickly
• Collaborative working style and the ability to work well in a team
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently by planning and prioritising work within set budgets and timeframes
• Critical and innovative thinking
• Proactivity and a desire to learn
• A solid understanding of business, political, social, economic and demographic trends, as well as industry-specific developments

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), Bachelor of Business or a similar undergraduate degree
• Working towards a professional qualification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or equivalent
• At least 3 years' experience in industry or professional services, with an emphasis on risk, compliance, governance, internal audit or external audit
• Prior experience in health, education, government, aged care or not-for-profit is highly regarded
• Valid Working with Children Check

Technical Knowledge and Capabilities

• Understanding of governance, risk and compliance (GRC) frameworks, internal controls and data analysis
• Strong executive reporting skills, with the verbal and written ability to present clear recommendations
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and budget constraints at the same time
• Strong knowledge of, and exposure to, the Microsoft Office suite of products

Job Responsibilities

• Plan client project work including conducting research, benchmarking, drafting scopes, developing budgets and scheduling.
• Manage internal audit projects from planning to reporting across operational, financial, compliance, and strategic risk areas.
• Undertake process analysis to understand underlying risks, control environments, compliance requirements and improvement opportunities.
• Test and assess client processes, identify control gaps, and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Coach junior staff, review working papers, and ensure adherence to engagement budgets and timelines.
• Prepare high-quality client deliverables including internal audit reports, risk reporting, governance improvement reports, compliance gap analysis or revised policy guidelines.
• Discuss findings and build relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ensure all projects are executed and documented in line with the Moore Australia Internal Audit methodology.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients.
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge.

Job Benefits

We offer a stable, supportive environment where technical capability and accountability are rewarded. As part of our team, you will have access to:

• Professional Development: Clear progression pathways within a global mid-tier network, including structured technical training and exposure to CA-led advisory work.
• High-Quality Client Base: Ownership of complex, multi-entity corporate clients that provide excellent technical exposure
• Strategic Impact: The opportunity to influence process development and quality standards as our function continues to scale.
• Flexibility & Wellbeing: A supportive hybrid working arrangement based in a modern Melbourne CBD office.