Head of Operational Risk Transformation

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia QBE Insurance Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Operational Risk – Modernisation to join our team at QBE Insurance. As a key first line of defence for the operational risk of the AUSPAC Modernisation, this role will be crucial to ensure that program risks are effectively anticipated and managed.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead first line risk management and control testing
  • Collaborate closely with operational risk peers and partners in first, second and third line risk to ensure alignment
  • Provide commercially and technically astute, pragmatic recommendations which balance risk with opportunity
  • Set up the Modernisation for success through proactive risk management and guidance on corrective actions
  • Be the central point of contact for all Modernisation related risk activities including the coordination of all operational risk management functions, risk governance, regulatory and compliance and risk performance tracking
About You

To thrive in this role, you must embody strong ambition, a results-driven approach, and an unwavering work ethic. The essential requirements include:

  • Extensive experience in large-scale transformations, showcasing strategic acumen and risk management, with an emphasis on organisational transformational initiatives over business as usual operations
  • Proven expertise in cloud environments, encompassing oversight, regulatory approvals, control assurance, and testing outcomes
  • Deep knowledge of risk management within complex, regulated settings
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and large-scale enterprise transformations, particularly in relation to regulatory compliance
  • A track record of success in fast-paced environments, consistently meeting tight deadlines while upholding the highest standards, utilising a hands-on leadership style to drive outcomes within a matrix structure
  • The capability to navigate ambiguity and change, adeptly reprioritising initiatives as necessary
  • Exceptional stakeholder and relationship management skills, with a proven ability to cultivate extensive networks that drive thought leadership
About QBE

We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. And our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other to enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities. With more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate and kind.



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