At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead risk-based planning and enhance internal audit processes with innovative strategies.
- Company: Join Macquarie, a global financial services leader with 57 years of success.
- Benefits: Enjoy wellbeing leave, flexible work, and extensive professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive team that values diverse perspectives and experiences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in risk management while shaping your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in risk management and strong analytical skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 126000 - 154000 $ per year.
Our Strategy, Practices & Innovation team sits within the Internal Audit Division and is focused on enhancing the effectiveness of internal audit through strategic planning, risk insights and assurance coordination. The team plays a key role in helping the organisation maintain a forward-looking view of risk, ensuring audit activities remain aligned with strategic priorities, regulatory expectations and the evolving risk landscape.
As a Senior Manager, Risk, Planning & Assurance Lead, you will strengthen Internal Audit’s risk-based planning capability and help shape the Division’s approach to risk monitoring and assurance coordination. You will lead the annual audit planning process, provide meaningful risk insights to support strategic decision-making, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to maintain a comprehensive view of risk and audit coverage. You will also drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data, automation and emerging technologies to enhance planning, monitoring and reporting processes.
What You Offer
- Extensive experience in risk management, assurance, internal audit or related control functions, ideally within financial services or other regulated environments.
- Strong knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks, risk governance and assurance practices, with the ability to translate risk insights into effective audit and assurance plans.
- Advanced analytical skills, including experience using data, reporting tools and visualisation techniques to support decision-making and identify emerging trends.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and collaborate effectively across multiple teams and functions.
- Proven project delivery, critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of leading strategic initiatives and driving outcomes in complex environments.
What We Offer
- 1 wellbeing leave day per year.
- Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year.
- Up to 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks’ paid leave for non-primary caregivers.
- 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching.
- Up to 12 months’ gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks’ paid leave.
- Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations.
- Access to a wide range of salary packaging options.
- Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role.
- Reimbursement for work from home equipment.
About the Internal Audit Division: The Internal Audit Division provides independent and objective risk-based assurance on the effectiveness of Macquarie’s risk management framework. Our global team conducts risk-based reviews focused on the effective operation of controls and governance processes, identifying insights through innovation and critical thinking. Our collaboration across all Groups is crucial to highlight potential risks and ensures compliance with regulatory standards in maintaining Macquarie’s integrity and success.
Inclusion at Macquarie: We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance. We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.
Senior Manager – Risk, Planning & Assurance employer: Macquarie Group
Macquarie Group is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where employees are empowered to drive meaningful change through data-driven insights. With a strong focus on professional development, the Global Reward Advisory team offers ample opportunities for growth and learning, all while being part of a dynamic global network that values diverse perspectives and encourages impactful contributions.
