Senior Risk Analyst

Description:

• Broad, transformational risk management role in a highly regarded financial services company.
• Perth CBD based. Excellent work life balance & family friendly.
• 12-month fixed term maternity leave contract.

Join a highly regarded financial services organisation who are entering an exciting new phase. A newly defined five-year strategic plan has been launched and has brought about some organisational design change that will support in the delivery of a range of initiatives.
About the Company
As a key Perth based financial services provider, this organisation cares about the financial health of their customers. They aim to achieve sound financial outcomes, while providing investors with secure and sustainable opportunities and access to a comprehensive range of corporate finance, debt and investment, financial markets, risk management and foreign exchange products and advisory services.
The Opportunity
In this broad, line 2, Non-financial risk role, you’ll be supporting the delivery of a risk and compliance management function to manage the non-financial risks of the Corporation. In conjunction with the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and Principal Risk Advisor (PRA), support the development and delivery of a mature contemporary, integrated, efficient and effective risk management and compliance practices.

• Oversee operational risk management, including risk assessments and monitoring.
• Partner with teams to enhance risk awareness, controls, and assurance activities, fostering a strong risk culture to improve risk and compliance outcomes.
• Monitor the business environment for risks and their potential impacts.
• Provide risk management advice and reporting to the CRO, Board, CEO, and committees.
• Develop and maintain risk management policies and reporting capabilities.
• Use data to identify, report, and drive improvements in the control environment.
• Lead issue analysis, root cause identification, and control enhancements.
• Manage the Business Continuity Plan and testing to ensure operational resilience.
• Research best practices, trends, and emerging risks in operational risk management.
• Support strategic initiatives and collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
• Promote a collaborative and teamwork-oriented culture across the organisation.

About You

• Well-developed knowledge of non-financial risk management practices with specialisation in either, controls, operational risk, compliance, business continuity, 3rd party risk, conduct risk or fraud.
• You’ll ideally come from banking, financial services or big 4 professional services industry sectors however other highly regulated industry experience also considered.
• Ability to apply risk frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder skills with an ability to consult and impact change positively.
• Striving for continual improvement in themselves, work practices and products and services.
• Able to provide well informed solutions by being inquisitive, listening attentively and asking thoughtful questions.
• Demonstrates critical thinking when evaluating options, assessing risks and making recommendations.

Benefits
This is a company who puts their people first over anything else as well as offering a wide range of benefits:

• High-visibility role with opportunities to upskill in areas like ESG/Sustainability.
• Flexible work options, including remote work, flexible hours, part-time schedules, and compressed weeks.
• Focus on health and well-being with initiatives, two well-being days annually, and discounted health insurance.
• Generous leave benefits, including 12.5 days personal leave, up to 12 weeks paid parental leave, and additional leave purchase options.
• Supportive, inclusive environment with diversity programs, First Nations awareness, and recognition initiatives.
• Professional development through training, memberships, and structured learning opportunities.
• Modern offices with sit-stand desks, free gym access, fitness classes, and premium facilities.

How to Apply
This business offers an inspiring & collaborative work environment where compliance is central to driving trust & innovation in financial services.
You will have the opportunity to work within a supportive team that values excellence, transparency, & forward-thinking solutions.
If you are seeking a role where your expertise and leadership can make a tangible impact, apply now!
For a confidential discussion please contact Jen Jones, Director at Ink Recruitment on +61(0)409 926 897 or Jen.jones@inkrecruitment.com.au
Join a company who are committed to employing highly skilled people, with diverse backgrounds and experiences and embrace diversity of all kinds including supporting Women In STEM.