About the role

La Trobe University is seeking an experienced risk professional to join the Risk, Audit and Insurance team within the Commercial, Legal and Risk division.

This is a broad and varied role with risk management at its core. Reporting to the Deputy Director – Risk, Audit and Insurance, you will provide practical, risk-informed advice to University stakeholders. You will work closely with colleagues in academic, research and professional areas to strengthen risk management capability and promote a strong risk-aware culture across the University.

You will also contribute to the University’s insurance program, provide advice on contractual risk allocation, support the delivery of its co-sourced internal audit program and contribute to business continuity and fraud and corruption control activities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide practical risk management advice and support to University stakeholders, including in relation to risk assessments and the development, implementation and maintenance of risk registers
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the University’s Risk Management Framework, supporting processes, tools and guidance materials
• Support the University’s annual insurance renewal and review processes and provide advice on insurance arrangements
• Provide advice on contractual risk allocation, particularly in relation to insurance, indemnity and limitation of liability provisions
• Proactively liaise with the University’s co-sourced internal audit provider to coordinate audit activities and support completion within agreed scope, schedule and budget
• Contribute to the development of the Annual Internal Audit Plan, the annual review of the University’s Assurance Map and related activities
• Liaise with business areas to monitor progress against risk treatment plans and the status of internal audit action items, and support related reporting
• Assist the Deputy Director – Risk, Audit and Insurance in preparing reports and related materials for the Risk, Safety and Governance Committee and other governance forums
• Contribute to the ongoing development, testing and continuous improvement of the University’s business continuity framework and plans
• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of the University’s Fraud and Corruption Control Framework and related activities
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of training and broader risk capability-building initiatives

About you

You are a collaborative and pragmatic risk professional who can analyse complex issues, exercise sound judgement and translate risk concepts into clear and useful advice. You are comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels and can balance competing priorities in a complex operating environment.

You will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in commerce, business, law or a related discipline
• At least five years’ relevant experience in risk management within a complex or highly regulated environment
• Demonstrated strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks, internal controls and the three lines of defence model
• Sound knowledge of business continuity management principles and their role in supporting organisational resilience
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and present complex information clearly
• Self-motivation and strong organisational skills, with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and contribute effectively as part of a team

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be highly regarded: contractual risk allocation, insurance, supporting co-sourced internal audit programs and fraud and corruption control.