Senior Consultant

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Senior Consultant – Digital Risk - Consulting 

The opportunity

As our Senior Consultant in Digital Risk, you will work with engagement teams to advise senior executives on managing digital risks, learn and apply evolving digital skillsets, and gain exposure to a diverse range of clients across various sectors, including consumer, government and health. You will assist in planning collaborating with team members to develop scope of works, lead fieldwork, manage staff performance, and use your understanding of complex information systems and industry trends to identify and communicate risks to the clients.

This is a hybrid position based in Boorloo – Perth. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

• Work alongside our engagement teams to advise CIOs, CISOs, CDOs and CTOs on managing IT risks.
• Learn and apply new, complex, and constantly evolving IT skillsets and topics.
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of clients including government, mining, and higher education institutions.
• Assist in the coordination, planning, and delivery of various engagements that may include (but are not limited to) Cyber Security, Data Governance and Privacy, AI Governance, Business Resilience, Third Party Risk Management and more.
• Collaborate with other team members to plan engagements which includes developing scope of works, risk and control matrices and other planning documents.
• Serve as a fieldwork leader by directing the daily progress of fieldwork, informing supervisors and the client of engagement status, and managing staff performance.

Skills and attributes for success

• At least 3 years' of relevant experience in internal or external audit and/or risk management from an IT, financial and/or operations perspective.
• Keen problem-solving skills and business acumen, including time management, spoken and written communication, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Ideally, you'll also have the skills and attributes below but don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes. We're interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• A curious mindset and a 'have a go' attitude.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and relationships effectively.
• A logical and structured approach to challenges, projects and documentation.

What we offer you

At EY, we'll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape We'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally     

Acknowledgement of Country

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Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at  or option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. 

The salary range for this role is AUD $91,000 to AUD $110,000 inclusive of superannuation dependent on skills, experience and work location

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