Risk Subject Matter Expert

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Mercer Full time
Risk Subject Matter Expert

Mercer is seeking a Risk Subject Matter Expert to join our Risk Management team. This role will be based in either Melbourne or Sydney and is a hybrid position requiring at least three days a week in the office, with a fixed-term contract.

The successful candidate will leverage their deep risk expertise to support policy and framework reviews within Mercer Super. They will play a key role in a regulator-mandated risk transformation program, designing and implementing updated policies and frameworks while fostering a culture of risk awareness across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct design and operating effectiveness reviews of existing policies and frameworks, and draft updated frameworks and policies for approval.
  • Provide expert input into risk management practices, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
  • Partner with business leaders to advise on governance, risk, compliance obligations, and emerging risks, while supporting risk and control assessments.
  • Support initiatives to enhance skills and capabilities related to governance, risk, and compliance across the business.
  • Actively contribute to the development of frameworks, tools, and processes to effectively manage and forecast risks.
Requirements:
  • University-level qualifications in business management or a related field.
  • 5-10 years of experience in a risk, compliance, or legal role, with a focus on superannuation regulation.
  • Proven ability to operate within risk and compliance frameworks, with a strategic and commercial approach to compliance.
  • Strong analytical skills to prepare reports on risk profiles, compliance plans, and regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in providing information to Boards and Directors.
What Makes You Stand Out:
  • In-depth knowledge of risk and compliance management principles and financial services regulatory requirements.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage deliverables amidst changing priorities.
  • Ability to analyze and communicate complex matters in a commercially sensible manner.
  • Good organizational skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
  • Experience in developing high-level advice on legislative changes relevant to financial services.
About Us:

Mercer is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work, and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment, where colleagues can thrive. With a focus on hybrid work, we aim to balance remote work with collaboration and professional development benefits in the office.



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