Operational Risk & Compliance Specialist

About Us

At ANZ, we're shaping a world where people and communities thrive, driven by a common goal: to improve the financial wellbeing and sustainability of our millions of customers.

About the Role

This role supports second line oversight of non-financial and operational risks across Group Risk function. It provides structured support on risk analysis, coordination, reporting and control review activities. 
The role has a direct reporting line into the Senior Manager Risk for Group Risk. Work is prioritised based on agreed objectives, portfolio needs and second line risk priorities. 

You will contribute to effective governance by identifying and assessing emerging risks, control gaps and recurring themes, and ensuring these are clearly documented and escalated for senior review. You will also support second line oversight rather than owning or operating controls, with an expectation to provide challenge and surface issues early to drive better outcomes. 

Role Type: Permanent
Work Hours: Full-Time
 

What will your day look like?

• Support the review of Group Risk, risk assessments, including coordinating inputs and identifying gaps for escalation 


• Assist with control reviews by gathering evidence, documenting observations and supporting assessments of design and operating effectiveness 


• Maintain accurate records of risk and control information to support second line opinions and assurance activities 


• Maintain portfolio trackers/registers (as required) with appropriate version control and evidence standards to support second line oversight activities 


• Prepare risk reporting, packs and materials for governance forums, ensuring accuracy, completeness and clear traceability to source evidence 


• Support consistent application of risk frameworks, policies and standards through coordination, documentation and quality checks of first line outputs 


• Support the Senior Manager Risk in delivering portfolio insights by collating themes, metrics and key messages for reporting cycles 


• Coordinate updates, inputs and deliverables across the hard-line and matrix reporting arrangements, escalating conflicts or constraints early and maintaining clear records of decisions and priorities 


• Support audit, assurance and regulatory engagement activities by collating evidence, maintaining audit trails, tracking actions and supporting timely responses under the direction of senior risk leaders 


• Portfolio risk and control forums (attending in support capacity as required) 


• Supplier/outsourcing governance forums (supporting pack preparation and action tracking) 

What will you bring?

• Foundational experience in risk, compliance, audit or assurance


• Strong analytical and documentation skills, with attention to detail and evidence traceability


• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to work collaboratively across first and second line stakeholders


• Ability to manage priorities and deliver quality outputs to deadlines


• •Exposure to procurement, supplier, outsourcing or offshore delivery models (desirable)

So why join us?

From the moment you join ANZ, you'll be doing meaningful work that will shape a world where people and communities thrive.

But it's not just our customers who'll feel your impact. You'll feel it too. Because at ANZ, you'll have the resources, opportunities, and support you need to take the next big step in your career.

We're a diverse bunch at ANZ in different roles, different locations, doing different things. That's why we have a range of flexible working arrangements, so our people can 'make work, work for them'. We also provide a range of benefits including access to health and wellbeing services and discounts on selected products and services from ANZ and more.

At ANZ, you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. That's because we're committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you're a candidate with a disability or access requirement, and have an enquiry about the support provided, please let us know on your application or visit ANZ Accessibility and Inclusion Programs for alternate contact methods.

To find out more about working at ANZ, visit https://www.anz.com.au/careers. You can apply for this role by visiting ANZ Careers and searching for reference number 121173 .
 

Job Posting End Date

21/08/2026, 11.59pm, (Melbourne Australia)