AddressRisk Advisor, Payments Settlements Department (Lead Analyst – Risk and Compliance)
More knowledge, less speculation
As part of the Risk and Compliance team within Payments Settlements Department of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), the Risk Advisor will drive assurance and Risk Advisory initiatives within the department. You will contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of risk management in Payments Settlements Department. These activities will include the examination, evaluation and objective assessments on technology risks and controls, promoting operational resilience, risk and incident registers, compliance activities, and liaising with multiple teams (such as project teams and the Information Technology, Risk and Compliance and Internal Audit departments).
Experience and Responsibilities
Knowledge of assurance methodologies, controls, and risk management frameworks (including the three lines of accountability) and broad experience of implementing these at a financial institution.
Experience in the design and testing of internal controls to provide assurance that operational, technology, project, strategic and people risks are managed.
Experience in the maintenance of risk registers, review of incident reporting register and manage compliance activities.
Support the improvement of risk management in the department by providing advice, expertise and support.
Experience in the management of third-party risks, business continuity management and operational resilience is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment, strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Qualifications: Relevant tertiary qualifications in economics, finance, information technology, risk, compliance or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Your team
You will be a key member of the Risk and Compliance team in Payments Settlements Department. This team consists of risk analysts reporting to the Manager, Risk and Compliance. The team supports Payments Settlements Department to ensure that the risks associated with operating a critical financial market infrastructure, and the Bank’s own settlements, are well understood and managed.
The Payments Settlements Department is responsible for the ongoing development and operation of the Reserve Bank Information and Transfer System (RITS), Australia’s real-time gross settlement system. RITS settles over $200 billion of transactions per day, including high‑value payments, wholesale financial market transactions, New Payments Platform transactions, and obligations arising from retail and other payment systems. The department is also responsible for the back-office settlement of transactions arising from the Bank's open market operations and reserves management trades.
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 Bank forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
Why RBA?
Through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking, the RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operates 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 have a critical role to play in achieving these objectives, whether directly or in a supporting capacity. As a values driven organisation, 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.
Your application should include a resume detailing your experience and qualifications.
The Reserve Bank of Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from experienced candidates seeking workplace flexibility.
Few places give you the balance of professional challenge and a management culture that not only supports but encourages you to live a full life outside of work and be more.
Application Close :
February 02, 2024
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