Strategic Risk, Assurance & Governance Leader

Auckland Transport; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Auckland Transport is seeking a Head of Risk & Assurance to lead risk, assurance, compliance and resilience at enterprise scale in Auckland. You will report to the Executive General Manager and guide independent challenge and trusted advice to senior leaders and the Board.

You will shape risk strategy, build trusted relationships, and lead a high‑performing team across risk, audit, business continuity and crisis management to support delivery for Aucklanders.

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience in risk, assurance or governance.
• Proven ability to design/implement risk frameworks and assurance programmes.
• Experience working with Boards and Executive Leadership Teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise risk management, assurance and internal audit programmes.
• Oversee business continuity and crisis management frameworks.
• Manage compliance, investigations and integrity functions.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Risk management

Internal audit

Governance

Board reporting

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional risk/audit governance certifications

Job description

Auckland Transport is seeking a Head of Risk & Assurance to lead risk, assurance, compliance and resilience at enterprise scale in Auckland. You will report to the Executive General Manager and guide independent challenge and trusted advice to senior leaders and the Board.

You will shape risk strategy, build trusted relationships, and lead a high‑performing team across risk, audit, business continuity and crisis management to support delivery for Aucklanders.