Risk Business Partner

• Continuous, Full Time
• Competitive salary
• Salary packaging opportunities
• Ref: JR101491

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

About Us

The Audit and Risk Management (ARM) Office is a high-performing team which plays an important part of Murdoch University's governance framework, and is responsible for the following key functions:

• Internal Audit and Advisory
• Risk Management
• Business Continuity and Critical Incident Management
• Compliance Management
• Integrity/Fraud Control

The Role

Partnering with various business areas at Murdoch University, the primary objective of the Risk Business Partner is the continuation of implementing and embedding the University's risk management and critical incident management frameworks.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Implementing and supporting effective risk management and reporting.
2. Conducting risk assessments, workshops, presentations and training.
3. Providing advice and support including co-ordination to the Critical Incident Management Team in responding to and managing any critical or potential critical incidents.
4. Implementing the University's critical incident and business continuity management framework.
5. Conduct critical incidents tests and exercises.

What you'll bring to this role

1. Relevant tertiary qualification (Degree or relevant certification in business) or proven expertise gained from a combination of appropriate experience and/or education.
2. A positive attitude, collaborative approach and solutions-oriented mindset.
3. Demonstrated ability to apply risk management concepts and standards into practice by following a fit for purpose approach.
4. Experience in successfully implementing a robust Risk Management Framework.
5. Experience and expertise in critical incident and business continuity management activities that are fit for purpose.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights and will be required to undertake a Police history check in accordance with the University's Employee Background Checks Procedure.

What you'll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant, talented and inclusive team, working in an innovative and diverse university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Paid leave entitlements
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program
• On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Medical Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, Chiropractic Clinic, multiple restaurants, cafes and a local supermarket.

To Apply

Please apply by submitting the documents below:

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Please view the position description here.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information.

Applications sent by post, email, recruitment agencies or applicants who have applied for roles in the ARM Office in the previous 12 months will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Position contact: Mr. Sarav Rajagopalan - Director, Audit, Risk and Compliance Management

Closing date: 02/03/2024 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.