Strategic Risk Manager, NZ - Second Line Leader

CO_MMCLTD Apex Investment Administration (NZ) Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unique global business

Competitive remuneration

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Apex Group in Auckland, New Zealand seeks a Risk Manager to strengthen the second line of defence. You will identify and report on business risks, ensure controls are effective, and support regulatory obligations across the NZ operations.

Lead risk assessments, engage with senior stakeholders, coordinate audits, and drive remediation actions. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field.
• Professional certification in risk, compliance or auditing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess and report on business risks and controls.
• Develop deep knowledge of Apex NZ products, services and risks.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across NZ operations.
• Collaborate with Line 2 Compliance for regulatory obligations.
• Lead risk assessments, testing and remediation oversight.
• Support local risk reporting and escalate significant issues.

Skills

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Regulatory reporting

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Professional certification in risk/compliance/audit (preferred)

Job description

Apex Group in Auckland, New Zealand seeks a Risk Manager to strengthen the second line of defence. You will identify and report on business risks, ensure controls are effective, and support regulatory obligations across the NZ operations.

Lead risk assessments, engage with senior stakeholders, coordinate audits, and drive remediation actions. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this role.