Associate Director/Director Risk
2 days ago
Associate Director/Director - Risk and Compliance Consulting
Location:
Sydney
Join a dynamic and growing consulting team focused on strategic, risk management, and regulatory compliance challenges across Australia's financial services and public sectors. You will contribute to impactful projects that help clients navigate complex regulatory environments and enhance their risk and governance frameworks.
Our client's team provides expert advisory services across the following areas:
- Risk Management:
Advisory and assurance on organisational transformation, governance, culture, accountability, and compliance. - Compliance Remediation Services:
Independent assurance over customer-focused remediation programs. - Regulatory Frameworks:
Advice to regulators and industry bodies on the development and implementation of regulatory frameworks. - Regulatory Liaison:
Supporting clients in managing relationships with regulatory authorities. - RegTech Solutions:
Collaborating with technology teams to advise on AI-enabled compliance tools and risk governance frameworks.
Consulting for leading Australian financial institutions as well as public sector organisations.
Role Overview
As an Associate Director/Director, you will lead engagements with executive-level clients, guiding teams in solving complex problems and delivering actionable insights. Your role will include strategic oversight, business development, and mentoring junior staff. Prior experience in risk governance and compliance within financial services, consulting, or regulatory environments is highly valued.
You will also be expected to leverage your professional network and industry knowledge to identify new opportunities and contribute to business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior leader and trusted advisor on client engagements.
- Lead and manage project teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
- Oversee the development of reports, presentations, and other deliverables.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with industry stakeholders, including regulators and senior executives.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, particularly within existing client relationships.
- Lead the development of thought leadership in areas of emerging regulatory focus.
- Contribute to team development through recruitment, performance management, and training.
A commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture is essential to success in this role.
Required Skills and Experience
- Senior or executive-level experience in governance, risk, compliance, or regulatory affairs.
- Strong track record in the financial services sector, consulting, or regulatory bodies.
- Recognised industry expertise in one or more areas of risk governance.
- Strong professional network across financial institutions and/or regulatory agencies.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex projects in high-pressure environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and concise analysis and recommendations.
- Proven experience in developing innovative solutions in an unstructured or evolving consulting environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Finance, Law, or Business Administration.
- Postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.
About the Team
This role is part of a specialist consulting team with a strong track record of advising Australia's leading financial institutions and government bodies. Team members bring diverse expertise from regulatory authorities, the private sector, and consulting firms. The practice has completed numerous high-profile engagements and continues to grow in response to increasing demand for regulatory and risk advisory services.
We are seeking a high-calibre, adaptable professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is motivated by making a meaningful impact in the financial services industry.
Please apply or get in touch with Ben Hunt at JS Careers on
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