Head of Risk Framework, Governance and Enablement

Head of Risk Framework, Governance and Enablement Competitive salary + Staff discounts + Bonus

BE THE DIFFERENCE At AIA we don’t simply believe in being ‘the best’. We believe in better – because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us. Everything we do is driven by our purpose to make a difference by helping people embrace Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. And every one of our people has an important role to play. If you want to make a difference by helping shape a healthier, better‑protected Australia, read on.

The opportunity:

We have an opportunity available for a Head of Risk Framework, Governance & Enablement to join our Enterprise Risk Team at AIA. Within this role you will provide strategic leadership and oversight in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the integrated risk management framework, governance structures, and reporting mechanisms for Enterprise Risk.

The role has responsibility to ensure the organisation effectively identifies, assesses and mitigates risks, while adhering to regulatory requirements through design and maintenance of a documented holistic Risk Management Framework with supported governance processes and effective reporting.

This is a permanent opportunity based in our Sydney or Melbourne office.

To do this successfully you will:

Develop, maintain and continuously improve the organisation’s risk management framework (including RMS and RAS), ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.

Facilitate definition of entity key risk appetite, tolerances, Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and establish clear guidelines for risk identification, assessment, and ongoing mitigation management.

Collaborate with the CRO and GM Risk on a range of initiatives that require a holistic, enterprise‑wide risk perspective, such as conducting risk assessments of AIA’s Strategic Plan.

Manage the day‑to‑day operations of the Line 2 risk management secretariats, including coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, supporting chairpersons, and distributing relevant materials and information for each internal governance committee.

Lead the preparation of committee papers for presentation to senior management (e.g. ERMC, FRC, Boards) and any necessary papers, such as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) report, required for the board of directors, summarising key risk exposures, mitigation strategies, and relevant metrics.

Design, implement and maintain automated Risk Management reporting, leveraging Risk systems data that supports delivery of reporting across Business Unit Risk Forum’s (BURF) and governance committees.

Successful applications will demonstrate:

Relevant experience within the Australian financial services industry.

Extensive practical experience with risk management frameworks and operational risk disciplines within the Australian financial services industry.

Extensive stakeholder management experience.

Familiarity with emerging trends and technologies.

In‑depth knowledge of the regulatory environment as well as key legislation impacting on business activities in the financial services sector.

A deep understanding of operational processes, business complexities and interdependencies.

Why choose AIA:

Access our training and development to build on your current skills.

Career development through internal mobility opportunities.

Work for a business helping millions of Australians and make a difference to someone’s life everyday.

Access additional leave days a year to recharge and refresh yourself.

Enjoy wonderful Health and Wellbeing initiatives that support you.

Work with supportive and inclusive managers.

Flexible working arrangements.

At AIA Australia, we’re proud to help guide, support and protect the wellbeing of over 3.5 million Australians. As part of the AIA Group – the largest independent publicly listed pan‑Asian life insurance group – it is our ambition to engage one billion people to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030.

Lots of companies like to say they’re different. What makes us truly different at AIA, is the difference we make in people’s lives. We are proud that this difference has been recognised in the 2024 ANZIIF awards by being named Life Insurance Company of the Year.

AIA is different. Are you?

If you want to be part of an organisation that helps people live better every single day, apply via the link today.

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