Director of Risk, Compliance and Quality Assurance

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.

• Full Time Opportunity
• Health Translation Hub, Randwick, NSW
• Permanent Position
• Hybrid working environment

As The George Institute expands our breadth of research, we are seeking an experienced and strategic risk leader to join our team as the Director of Risk, Compliance and Quality Assurance.   This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and executing The George Institutes enterprise-wide approach to risk, compliance, and research quality.

Reporting directly to our Chief Executive Officer, this position will lead the implementation of a new risk and compliance operating model in collaboration with the Executive Leadership Team.

The Director, Risk Compliance and Quality Assurance will have a global mindset and work closely with the Board to ensure the Institute's risk framework is fit for purpose.  Our successful candidate will oversee the Research Quality Assurance and Internal Audit functions ensuring improvements to better integrate risk, compliance and research quality assurance across our global footprint.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of risk and quality assurance at a globally recognised research institute, upholding the integrity and impact of our mission.

• Implement the organisation's risk management framework and methodology.

• Maintain and implement risk policies and procedures (Risk Management Framework, Risk Appetite Statement, Incident & Issue Management).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, prioritise, and manage risks, including development and execution of risk mitigation action plans.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Implement and maintain the organisation's risk management framework, policies, and procedures

• Manage the Institute's Risk Registe and report on Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)

• Collaborate across teams to identify and mitigate risks and conduct risk assessments and controls assurance to evaluate effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.

• Promote a culture of compliance and ethical leadership through training and engagement.

• Develop and maintain a compliance framework aligned with global standards and regulations.

• Manage the compliance obligations register and ensure policies reflect current requirements.

• Support external audits and ensure timely resolution of any compliance issues.

• Lead the Research Quality Assurance team and implement governance structures for research projects.

• Oversee internal audits, including training, tool development, and follow-up support.

• Monitor emerging risks and ensure compliance with standards.

• Prepare reports for executive leadership and maintain open communication across teams.

• Serve as the key risk contact for regulators, auditors, and internal stakeholders.

• Build strong relationships with external consultants to support risk and compliance strategies.

• Comply with WHS legislation and promote a safe environment for staff and visitors.

For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Description:

Skills, Knowledge and Experience/ Our Successful Candidate:-

• Deep understanding of risk management systems, regulatory frameworks, and risk assessment methodologies.

• Over 10 years in risk management, compliance, or corporate governance, preferably in healthcare, research, or non-profit sectors.

• Skilled in implementing risk and compliance programs, managing audits, and ensuring research quality in fast-paced environments.

• Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate emerging and inherent risks.

• Familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines and global/local research regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) is highly valued.

• Strong facilitation and communication abilities for training and stakeholder engagement.

• Capable of translating complex compliance requirements into practical actions.

• Highly organised self-starter with experience managing teams and leading projects.

• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and juggle competing priorities.

• Professional certifications (e.g., CRMA, CCEP, CAMS) in risk management or a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Legal Studies, or related field are desirable.

Our Recruitment Process:-

We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices. This role is included in a blind recruitment process, where personal details such as name and location are removed from applications during initial screening.

Our initial application process will begin with 6 questions based on critical skills and experiences required for this position.

We do request your application includes a CV only, not a cover letter.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to provide further information.

Information requested in our screening questions such as name and gender will remain confidential and not be used in the assessment of your application.  This information is gathered for diversity and inclusion reporting purposes only.

Please visit our website for more on The George:

The closing date for applications is Monday 13 October 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found

The George Institute

The George Institute for Global Health was established in 1999 with a mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide, particularly underserved populations, by challenging the status quo and using innovative approaches to prevent and treat the world's biggest killers: non-communicable diseases and injury.

With offices in Australia, China, India and the UK, we have over 1000 people with >400 projects in over 60 countries. We focus on the global health challenges that cause the greatest loss of life, the greatest impairment of life quality and the substantial economic burden, particularly in resource-constrained settings.

What we do

• Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery

• Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale

• Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs

• Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship

Your Career at The George Institute

• Not for Profit Salary Packaging
  
  Receive an industry standard salary in addition to your Base Salary and Superannuation, you will have access to salary packaging benefits allowing you to use up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income on every day expenses such as rent and groceries.  You will also have an option to package up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Visit Smart Salary website for more information

• Flexible Working ArrangementsWe are proud of our flexible working arrangements and the set up that suits you best - onsite, hybrid or WFH (dependent on individual role)

• Employee Wellbeing FocusA focus on employee wellbeing including global employee engagement surveys, reward and recognition programs and wellness challenges.

• Global Collaboration and Impact
  
  Be part of a diverse international team working on projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving global health outcomes

Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it, so we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where everyone can bring their best selves to work.

We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Why The George?

We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people in their fields to conduct and support our innovative and highest quality research programs.

Take advantage of our rewards you may enjoy as part of The George team.

• Generous salary packaging benefits increasing your take home pay

• Learning and career development opportunities

• Extra leave days including extended Christmas break and study leave

• YourFlex arrangements e.g. start/finish times, purchase leave, location

• A global, diverse, inclusive team committed to making impact