Risk & Compliance Intern — Hands-On Summer Growth

Avanti Finance Group; New Zealand; Remote; NZD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced KiwiSaver contributions

Enhanced parental and secondary carer

Free access to gym

Pilates studio

Sauna and end of trip facilities

Fresh fruit in the office

Job summary

Avanti Finance is seeking a Risk and Compliance intern to roll up sleeves and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative team. You’ll work on real projects, develop practical skills, and learn how risk and compliance keep the business running smoothly.

Ideal candidates are in their second or third year, with strong communication and analytical thinking, ready to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment. Flexible working arrangements may be available.

Qualifications

• Second or third year of study
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good attention to detail and an organised approach
• Confidence to ask questions and engage with stakeholders across the business
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Willingness to learn and contribute as part of a collaborative team
• Interest in risk, compliance, governance, audit, business, law, or related field

Responsibilities

• Monitor shared inboxes, triaging emails and directing them to the appropriate person
• Assist with incident and issue management processes, following up for information and ensuring actions are completed
• Assist with month-end risk and compliance reporting, including data extraction and analysis
• Assist with reviewing and uplifting risk and compliance training materials
• Assist with risk and compliance policy reviews
• Assist with maintenance and updates of risk management registers
• Assist with assurance reviews of processes and controls

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Time management

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Learnability

Interest in risk/compliance

Education

2nd or 3rd year student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Avanti Finance is seeking a Risk and Compliance intern to roll up sleeves and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative team. You’ll work on real projects, develop practical skills, and learn how risk and compliance keep the business running smoothly.

Ideal candidates are in their second or third year, with strong communication and analytical thinking, ready to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment. Flexible working arrangements may be available.