Senior Manager, Risk

See yourself being part of a large, transformational change? This could be the role for you!
At Iress, we make things happen
We believe technology should help people perform better every day. Since our beginning in 1993, people across financial services have trusted us to take their performance to the next level. More than 10,000 businesses and 500,000 people use our software, from the world’s most iconic financial services brands to advice firms of all sizes, banks, insurers, investment managers, traders and brokers. Iress is one of Australia’s largest technology companies and employs more than 2,000 people across Australia, The United Kingdom, Africa, Canada, France, New Zealand and Asia.
Build your career at Iress!
As a senior member of Iress’ Group Risk team (a Line 2 function), you will play a key role in driving the implementation of Iress’ Board-endorsed Three Lines Model across the organisation. You will also work collaboratively with your colleagues in the broader Risk & Compliance function to uplift risk culture and capability across the organisation and perform key Line 2 activities.
Iress is undergoing a significant enterprise-wide transformation of its risk culture and capability, to help build a better, stronger and more resilient business for the long term. There has never been a better time to join, as we reshape our end-to-end approach to risk management.
Some of the awesome things you’ll be involved with:
Support the consistent application and adoption of the Iress Risk Management Framework across the organisation, including monitoring implementation at the Business Unit and Corporate Function level
Collaborate with Line 1 teams to deliver risk management training, coaching and guidance to various audiences
Collaborate with colleagues in the Risk & Compliance function to successfully deliver strategic projects, including the design, rollout and ongoing administration of Iress’ new GRC platform, as well as key initiatives associated with the Iress Risk Strategy
Perform Risk Appetite Statement and Key Risk Indicator monitoring and reporting, as well as deep dive analysis of material risks, as required
Monitor Management’s progress in addressing key audit findings and recommendations
Assist with the design and implementation of Iress’ resilience operating model (including overseeing the development, maintenance and testing of crisis / incident response and business continuity plans across critical business functions)
Drive change and foster a culture of continuous improvement around risk management within Iress
What you will bring:
Significant experience in a Line 1 or Line 2 operational risk role, ideally within banking, financial services or professional services
Highly proficient in supporting risk and control owners with risk management and monitoring processes (such as risk identification, assessment and risk treatment, as well as controls design, implementation and testing)
Proven ability to utilise data analytics, visualisation tools and risk management software to derive actionable insights
Ability to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to drive continuous improvement
Team player with strong leadership, collaboration, influencing and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Why work with us?
8 additional paid days per year to extend your weekends
Hybrid working
Generous cash bonus for every successful referral
Annual Profit Share when Iress meets its annual profit targets
Starting school leave - 8.5 days of leave to assist your children with the transition to school
Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carers (up to 4 weeks for secondary carers), and the ability to work part-time when returning to work
3 days’ paid leave per year to participate in charity initiatives
Discounted health insurance premiums
Access to learning and development programs through Udemy
Iress is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture. We strongly believe that diversity is what makes our teams and our products succeed. Our people have different experiences, skills, perspectives and beliefs and everyone’s uniqueness is valued and celebrated.
Our hiring decisions are never based on sexual orientation, race, gender identity, religion, disability, citizenship, marital or family status and age. Even if you feel you don’t meet all of the requirements of the role, we would still like to hear from you!
We’re also proud to be globally recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer that promotes and supports all women in the workplace.
For more information about what we do, our people and values, please visit our website -
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Employment Type Employee
Time Type Full time