Director - Risk Transformation

What if your career could have a lasting impact on you, and the World?

At EY we believe that whoever you are, your uniqueness helps us stand apart.

We bring together extraordinary people, like you, to build a better working world.

As our Risk Transformation Director you’ll provide leadership to our Melbourne-based team and collaborate with our national leadership team to grow and develop our practice as we expand our services to support clients to translate uncertainty into confidence.

What’s in it for you? 

• Our Risk Consulting team delivers high quality advice across three competencies: Process & Controls (Internal Audit), Digital Risk and Risk Transformation. We are recruiting self-starters, people passionate about making a difference and those keen to inspire others.

• As a Director, based in Melbourne, you will join the Risk Transformation practice to support leading organisations in the public and private sectors across risk focused engagements. You take ownership for risk engagements to support clients to improve their organisational resilience, in a wide variety of ways, from conducting strategic risk assessments, advising on strategy, designing operating models, to development of governance frameworks, designing and assuring transformation programs.

What we’re looking for

Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

• 10 years of professional experience including ~7 years in risk management, with experience in consulting, either within a consulting firm or demonstrated experience in-house leading an Enterprise Risk Management program or function.

• Specialist in risk management and controls concepts, knowledge of and experience applying AS/NZS ISO 31000:2018.

• A leader confident to work autonomously across planning and execution through to reporting of strategic risk assessments with senior leaders in an organisation.

• Demonstrated leadership experience that contributes to a positive, respectful and collaborative team culture.

• Self-motivated and positive attitude with the energy to recruit, train and develop our people for team success.

• Knowledge and experience related to a diverse set of risks: eg. geopolitical risk, reputational risk, financial risk, regulatory and compliance risk, digital risk, cyber and privacy risk, operational risk, strategic risk, business continuity, resilience risk etc.

• An understanding of how technology can enable and empower risk management.

• Knowledge of any of the following industries/sectors: consumer products & retail, technology & telecom, power & utilities, healthcare, life sciences, including relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., SoCI, Privacy Act, etc.).

• Experience managing key accounts and client relationships including business development, sales, tender and proposal creation.

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent writing, communication, facilitation and presentation skills.

What we can offer you

• Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment

• Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility

• Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/au/diversity-inclusiveness

• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave at www.ey.com/au/benefits

Acknowledgement of Country

 EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at www.ey.com/au/reconciliation

Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours.

 
Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

EY | Building a better working world 

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.