Primary Details

Third Party Risk Lead

• Location: Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane
• Type: Permanent, full time
• Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working

The opportunity

In this role, you will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) framework and operating model, providing expert support to the AUSPAC division in identifying material service providers and ensuring robust operational risk management.  You will oversee the practical application of the division’s risk frameworks, coordinate governance and reporting activities related to third party risk for both divisional and group forums and help ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

The role is pivotal in guiding stakeholders through the third-party lifecycle, supporting materiality assessments, and delivering timely, insightful risk and performance metrics to senior committees. Ultimately, the Third-Party Risk Lead drives the continuous improvement of risk controls, reporting, and assurance across all third-party arrangements.

About QBE

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.

We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

Your new role

As Third-Party Risk Management Lead, you will:

• Embed the Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) Framework across AUSPAC, ensuring material providers are identified, assessed, and monitored in line with operational risk requirements
• Coordinate third-party governance activities, including TPRM Governance Committee inputs and compliance with APRA and internal standards
• Support Third Party Arrangement Owners (TPAOs) with materiality, compliance, and effective use of TPRM tools and templates
• Improve third-party data quality and reporting, delivering clear, timely insights for senior committees and Board reporting
• Maintain the third-party governance framework, ensuring consistent controls, monitoring, reporting, and escalation across the lifecycle
• Provide oversight and assurance of third-party risk, including training, risk assessments, mitigation support, and issue management aligned with regulatory standards

About you

You bring strong working knowledge of risk frameworks and apply them confidently in practice, with hands-on experience across risk management. You have a solid understanding of regulatory frameworks (including CPS 230) and industry standards, enabling you to assess complex risks, support mitigation strategies, and drive continuous improvement across controls, reporting, and operational processes.

• Demonstrated experience in third-party risk ideally in financial services or other regulated industries
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex risk concepts into clear business outcomes
• Sound understanding of regulatory requirements and how to interpret and apply them
• Familiarity with third-party lifecycle frameworks, operating models, and data management practices
• Proven stakeholder engagement skills, with experience identifying gaps, driving improvements

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• ‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
• Life Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for rest
• 18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
• A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services

To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here. 

Rewards & Recognition

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

• 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
• Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion
• Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates

APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen! 

If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it.

Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.

QBE recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at [email protected]

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.