Technology Risk in Change Specialist

1 day ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Reserve Bank of Australia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Hybrid work environment based in Bella Vista

  • Fixed term contract to end of September 2026

  • Play an important part of the Risk Management function on one of the Bank's major programs – Core Modernisation (CoreMod)

The RBA is a progressive and values-driven organisation that is committed to our mission to promote the economic welfare of the Australian people. We offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports people's growth, well-being and promotes flexibility.

We are seeking an experienced technology risk in change specialist to join us in a Line 1 risk role. You will be part of a small team of project risk specialists which sits within the Technology Strategy, Risk and Performance section within the RBA IT Department.

You will be responsible for aligning the Core Modernisation (CoreMod) program's demands with the expectations of operational risk and control owners, ensuring consistent and high-quality risk management throughout the project lifecycle. This includes not only identifying risks, but also ensuring they are effectively addressed, monitored, and seamlessly transitioned into ongoing operational assurance.

The role will utilise the Bank's evolving risk in change management practices, collaborate with other Risk Managers (Line 1 and Line 2), and work within the Bank's Risk and Compliance Management Framework, to ensure we stay ahead in an ever-evolving risk landscape.

The position will involve substantial liaison across all Bank departments but primarily with CoreMod, IT, PS (Payments Settlements), with EPMO, Risk and Compliance, and Audit.

As the Technology Risk in Change Specialist, you will:

  • Provide subject matter expertise, coaching, training and/or guidance to support the CoreMod program in its risk management practices.

  • Ensure business operations and the risk management practices align to the frameworks, policies, standards, risk strategy, regulatory obligations, and risk appetite of the RBA.

  • Provide risk expertise to in the identification and assessment of risks to achieve business objectives.

  • Partner with stakeholders across the business to uplift capability and identify and enable more efficient and effective risk practices.

  • Contribute to a community of practice to share best practice and, as necessary, allocate resource to areas of highest need.

  • Support the preparation of papers for relevant Steering and Management Committee meetings.

Your Background

  • Minimum of 5 years + experience in a Line 1 or Line 2 risk and compliance role, preferably within banking or financial services.

  • Demonstrated experience within technology risk in change roles.

  • Understanding of Bank-wide (or similar organisation) risk and compliance management frameworks, policies and standards. 

  • Proven ability to manage and influence senior stakeholders effectively.

  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively and resolve complex issues.

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in technology, economics, finance, risk, compliance or related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Be More

Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

Why RBA?

The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people.

Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve.

We encourage intelligent inquiry, and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward.

Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.

Application Close :

September 30, 2025

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