Risk Manager

About 7C – Total Place Design

7C is a wholly owned network of leading place brands, Woods Bagot, ERA-co, Impact futures and Customs Bureau. Operating from 18 global cities, we understand the complexity and challenges of our time.

To generate the best possible outcomes for people and place, our brands provide visionary thinking and a holistic approach to Placemaking, Sustainability, Architecture & Design and Luxury Interior Design. Total Place Design is an integrated approach to creating transformative places. We connect specialist knowledge from across our network to deliver strategic outcomes and long-term impact.

The Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Risk Manager to join our small Risk team. The purpose of this role is to support, co-ordinate, analyse and implement the in-house operational risk needs of the global 7C business, including Woods Bagot, ERA-co, and Impact Futures. Reporting to the Global Risk Leader, you will be responsible for the ongoing development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the risk management framework and related operational risk activities across global operations. As this role will be developing the global risk function in its everyday activities, you can also expect to have regular contact with other functions and key stakeholders across the business.

Your Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with the Global Leader – Risk to drive the strategic evolution of risk management initiatives for 7C.
• Lead the ongoing enhancement and coordination of the health and safety program, including audits, documentation updates, and establishment of an assurance function.
• Spearhead the development and execution of the business continuity framework.
• Oversee the implementation of modern slavery risk management, including managing supplier due diligence processes.
• Drive the creation and refinement of policies and comprehensive risk management frameworks.
• Provide oversight of project risk management activities, including the development of supporting documentation.
• Craft and deliver risk management communications tailored for the global business audience.
• Contribute to critical company reporting for the global executive team and audit and risk committee as required.
• Lead incident investigations to identify improvement opportunities and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage complex insurance programs, ensuring alignment with organizational risk objectives.
• Direct the ongoing evolution of the enterprise risk management framework.
• Address and resolve risk management queries from global studios with strategic insight.
• Monitor global regulatory and legislative changes impacting risk management and develop proactive response plans.

About You

You will bring a real passion for risk management in a professional services environment, working in a small, high performing and collaborative team. You'll also be skilled at juggling competing priorities while also building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications and Experience

• 8-10+ years' experience working in a similar in-house operational risk role. This may have been acquired in a global architecture or design, engineering, property or construction, professional services, and/or a related industry.
• The demonstrated ability to think critically when extracting and interpreting information; to analyse data to identify trends and risks, and to think laterally about issues.
• High-level of diligence, efficiency, and effectiveness
• A mindset which enables you to multitask and manage time effectively, whether it is collecting or analysing data for reporting purposes or 'putting in the hard yards' as the need arises.
• An ability to effectively develop, maintain effective relationships, communicate with senior leaders, and key stakeholders, and work with people at all levels, and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and in different situations.
• Excellent hands-on knowledge of how to use Microsoft Office applications (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Technological adaptability is beneficial.
• Professional writing and verbal communication skills in addition to active listening skills
• An ability to work as part of a global team and as well as independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to attend multi-jurisdictional meetings across multiple time zones.

How to Apply

Please submit your up-to-date CV via our Risk Manager Seek Job Post. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please note: We do not accept unsolicited resumes or names from agencies.

Mandatory requirement: It is an essential requirement that at the time of applying for this position applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia (an Australian citizen or Permanent Resident).

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Woods Bagot is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

At Woods Bagot, we are committed to creating an environment where difference is celebrated, valued and respected, practices are equitable, and our people feel like they belong. We accept that none of us is smarter than all of us. We believe building a diverse workforce is the foundation to creativity and innovative design - it is only by working together that we can realise the potential of our people, clients and communities around us. Through our inclusive leadership and our truly global studio network of strategists, experience designers and scientists, you will find your voice and have the support and flexibility required to bring your whole self to work and build an exceptional career.