Senior Consultant - Risk Advisory

rsmaus; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia is seeking a Senior Consultant in Risk Advisory Services to lead internal audit, compliance and advisory engagements across public and private sectors. You will manage projects, mentor teams and maintain high-quality working papers while delivering practical recommendations.

The role combines analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement and hands-on fieldwork to improve governance and control environments.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' internal audit and risk advisory experience, ideally within Professional Services
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Strong leadership and mentoring capability
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong report-writing and analytical skills
• Experience in process mapping, problem solving and control testing
• Solid understanding of governance, compliance and performance-focused reviews
• Knowledge of IIA GIAS and ISO 31000 risk principles
• Secure clearance eligibility for Commonwealth government work

Responsibilities

• Deliver a range of internal audit, compliance and advisory engagements, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Lead, mentor and train team members while ensuring methodology and quality compliance.
• Prepare engagement budgets, monitor costs and manage project resourcing effectively.
• Conduct technical and operational reviews across clients with differing risk profiles.
• Develop understanding of client systems, processes and internal control environments.
• Prepare and maintain high-quality electronic working papers for Manager/Partner review.
• Draft clear, practical internal audit reports with commercial recommendations.
• Identify emerging issues and propose solutions to clients and managers.
• Build strong relationships with clients at senior levels and participate in business development activities.
• Deliver presentations and contribute meaningfully to client and team meetings.
• Stay across relevant industry trends, risks and regulatory changes.

Skills

Internal audit

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Governance

Education

Relevant tertiary degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION

At RSM, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change for both our clients and our people. RSM Australia supports a people‑centric and collaborative culture where we are committed to empowering and developing you. As a leading professional services firm, we connect you to an extensive network of global resources and invest in your future. We value the meaningful work that you do and encourage you to be a part of the change. Our value proposition is our commitment to you; it highlights the experiences, benefits, and value that you can expect as part of RSM. This is underpinned by our three values – integrity in everything that we do, supporting clients everywhere, and developing and valuing everyone.

Who we are:

RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world's 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award‑winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.

About the role:

Join our growing Risk Advisory Services team as a Senior Consultant, where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality internal audit, compliance and consulting engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role is perfect for an experienced Assurance professional who enjoys combining analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement and hands-on fieldwork to drive meaningful improvements in governance, risk and internal control environments. As a Senior Consultant, you will lead the planning, execution and delivery of internal audit and risk advisory engagements across both public and private sectors. You will oversee project teams, manage client relationships, contribute to technical reviews and ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with professional methodologies. This is a client-facing role with strong opportunities for development, leadership exposure and career progression within a supportive and collaborative team. We're investing in the future of work. Across RSM, our people have access to AI-powered tools, ongoing digital learning opportunities and emerging technologies that help drive innovation, enhance productivity and support exceptional client outcomes. It's an exciting time to join a firm that is actively shaping how professional services will be delivered in the years ahead.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a range of internal audit, compliance and advisory engagements, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Lead, mentor and train team members while ensuring methodology and quality compliance.
• Prepare engagement budgets, monitor costs and manage project resourcing effectively.
• Conduct technical and operational reviews across clients with differing risk profiles.
• Develop a deep understanding of client systems, processes and internal control environments.
• Prepare and maintain high-quality electronic working papers for Manager/Partner review.
• Draft clear, practical internal audit reports with commercial recommendations.
• Identify emerging issues and propose solutions to clients and Partners/Managers.
• Build strong relationships with clients at senior levels and participate in business development activities.
• Deliver presentations and contribute meaningfully to client and team meetings.
• Stay across relevant industry trends, risks and regulatory changes.

About you:

You're a detail-oriented and proactive internal audit professional who enjoys solving complex problems and building strong client relationships. You bring a blend of analytical capability, structured thinking and strong communication skills, and you thrive in environments where you can contribute insights, lead others and deliver high-quality work that adds real value.

Experience & Attributes

Essential

• 4+ years' internal audit and risk advisory experience, ideally within Professional Services
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Strong leadership and mentoring capability
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong report-writing and analytical skills
• Experience in process mapping, problem solving and control testing
• Solid understanding of governance, compliance and performance-focused reviews
• Knowledge of the IIA global internal audit standards (GIAS)
• Strong understanding of risk management principles, including ISO 31000
• Ability to self-manage, prioritise and optimise engagement outcomes
• Computer literacy across MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio
• This role supports government and public sector clients and may involve work requiring a Commonwealth security clearance. To be eligible, candidates must be Australian or New Zealand citizens and be capable of meeting any applicable security clearance requirements.

Desirable

• Previous team management experience
• Data analytics experience using IDEA or ACL

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary degree