Warakirri Asset Management Ltd (Warakirri) is a leading Australian funds manager and offers specialist investment vehicles and services to retail and wholesale investors with a focus on ethical investment, actively managed equities and agriculture.
Warakirri also acts as investment manager for a number of agricultural entities that have operations across row-crop, dairies and cotton operations.
We are a private company, 100% owned by our directors and employees, and we have a Board of Directors with majority independent director representation.You will report to the Head of Compliance and Risk, a valued Manager of Warakirri for the past 10 years.
You will work in a collaborative team of 3.
Together, you will elevate all Risk Management and Reporting processes and bring the function to the next level.We offer flexible working arrangements.Job DescriptionAbout your new jobIn your new position, you will be entrusted with overseeing and managing our organisation's risk landscape, with a strong emphasis on the implementation and enhancement of our risk management framework.
You are key in refining, further developing, and executing the overall Risk Management Strategic plan for the next 3 – 5 years.Further key responsibilities include:Implement and enhance the risk management framework, including the ongoing integration of our enterprise risk management system.Foster a proactive risk culture across the Warakirri Group, offering advice and support to each business as needed.Support risk owners and the 1st line of defence in conducting regular reviews, ensuring the effectiveness and documentation of risk profiles and internal controls.Develop, execute, and document a controls assessment and testing framework, recommending enhancements across the organisation.Establish and maintain key risk indicators, reporting on them regularly, and defining remedial actions in collaboration with the business.Prepare detailed risk analysis reports for each business, and manage the quarterly review and reporting on risk trends and treatment progress to the Executive Leadership Team and risk committee.Strengthen the internal risk control environment by assisting businesses in continuously improving controls and processes, including root cause analysis of issues and incidents.Manage annual Business Impact Assessments, defining critical business processes and key controls to ensure operational resilience with appropriate contingencies in place.QualificationsAbout youStrong experience (5 – 7 years) in Risk Management, Compliance, Assurance, or Internal Audit, with proven expertise in risk management assessments and mitigation strategies.Preferably you bring your Risk and Compliance Management experience from asset management and/or agriculture, or a similar industry.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Highly motivated, energetic, and capable of working autonomously.Ability to apply problem-solving, creative, and strategic thinking to managing compliance.Ability to perform under tight deadlines.Additional InformationWhat makes Warakirri unique?Part of a growing organisation that works across multiple business platforms.We have a workplace that values inclusion and where everyone is welcome and respected.
This results in a caring and supportive team environment.Work-life balance is important to us, and we have several options, including flexible and remote working arrangements.There are several social events throughout the year, not just for you, but also for your family.We will invest in your future with ongoing Learning and Development opportunities.Our Employee Assistance Program includes free confidential counselling sessions for employees and their immediate family members for personal or work-related issues.We care about your health and wellbeing and have designed a wellbeing calendar with a purpose.You can apply by selecting "I'm interested" now, but if you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to Niki Bosman at ****** or 0439 703 866.Closing Date: Open until filled, so you are encouraged to apply now.Agencies please note: this vacancy is being managed directly by Warakirri's Talent Acquisition team.
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