Job Description

Senior Risk Analyst

  • 15 Apr 2025
  • Sydney
  • FullTime

This leading insurer is looking for a senior risk analyst to join one of their largest business channels as a line 1 risk business partner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Risk & Compliance Senior Manager in managing the business’s Risk Management Framework.
  • Promote a strong risk and compliance culture across the business team.
  • Collaborate with the Risk Office (Line 2) and other Line 1 Risk teams.
  • Provide risk and compliance advice to business stakeholders.
  • Coach and mentor members of the Line 1 Risk team.
  • Ensure timely and accurate risk and compliance reporting.
  • Conduct and review control assurance testing.
  • Stay updated on regulatory changes, including CPS230 and FAR obligations.
  • Support incident and breach management and reporting.
  • Help develop and implement remediation strategies and preventative controls.
  • Support the preparation of reporting packs for the business Risk Committee.
  • Conduct risk reviews for business change, business continuity, AML, fraud risk, and other key areas.
  • Document and maintain standard operating procedures for Line 1 Risk processes.
  • Act as an escalation point for risk and compliance issues.
  • Build strong internal relationships to support a collaborative risk management approach.


Key Requirements


  • Proven experience in risk and compliance within financial services.
  • Strong understanding of risk frameworks, controls, and incident management.
  • Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, including CPS230 and FAR.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Ability to coach and mentor team members effectively.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • High attention to detail and quality in reporting and documentation.
  • Strong understanding of operational risk, compliance obligations, and control frameworks.
  • Experience in preparing risk and compliance reporting for senior leadership.