Manager Risk

I am seeking a seasoned Manager, Risk Management to join my clients Compliance and Governance business unit. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of professionals to provide independent risk and advisory services, ensuring this organization operates effectively within its mandate as a public service agency.

The Opportunity

As the Manager, Risk Management, you will provide critical assurance on the adequacy and efficiency of our risk management framework. You will oversee the systems, governance, and performance controls that safeguard our operations and support our long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Strategic Leadership: Developing and implementing a consistent, organization-wide risk management framework.
• Team Management: Leading, motivating, and developing a team.
• Integrity & Oversight: Supporting a culture of integrity by identifying potential fraud or conduct issues and managing external risk service providers.
• Collaborative Advisory: Providing expert advice to senior leadership on risks and opportunities that impact the delivery of organizational outcomes.
• Operational Excellence: Managing resources, budgets, and health and safety requirements within your function.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: A relevant tertiary qualification and/or significant experience in controls, audit, or risk management.
• Leadership: Proven experience at a senior management level with a focus on long-term strategic goals and people development.
• Public Sector Expertise: Thorough knowledge of New Zealand legislative environments and government policy/practices.
• Relationship Management: Demonstrated success in building relationships and gaining support from diverse internal and external groups.

If you would like to discuss this in more detail please contact Garrett on 04 494 3452 or email garrett.ashman@randstad.co.nz

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.