Head of Enterprise Risk

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.



At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.

What you will do: Embed a robust enterprise risk management framework and develop a positive risk culture within the business. This will include implementing systems that enable operational complexities to be understood by key stakeholders. Some key accountabilities include:

• In consultation with the Executive team and other key stakeholders, lead the evolution of existing risk management processes and controls to develop an integrated, and comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management framework, aligned with organisational strategy, to eliminate or mitigate risk.  
• Promote appropriate risk taking and the development of a strong, effective, and enduring positive risk culture.
• Support the Board and Executive team to:
  •  develop and monitor Aspect’s risk management strategy, risk appetite statements, internal controls and risk register.
  • develop Risk Management controls and contingency plans to mitigate risk in their areas of responsibility.
• In partnership with the Quality Manager, manage technology-solutions for risk management that provides real-time and trend risk insights on business activities, within business units and enterprise-wide.
• Prepare high quality papers and provide aggregated, enterprise-level risk trends reporting and analysis to the Board, Chief Executive and Executive team, focusing leaders on enterprise-wide risks that could prevent delivery of core business activities and strategy.
• Escalate critical issues on areas of non-compliance and breaches to the Chief Executive Officer and the Aspect Board when required.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business, and work in partnership to deliver against the vision of the organisation.

This is a part time 0.6 FTE, permanent role. The full-time equivalent annual salary is $205k and the pro rata salary is $123k, inclusive of superannuation, and is dependent on qualifications and experience.

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What you bring:

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a risk role, financial services role or related field, preferably within the Human Services or Education sector
• Tertiary qualification in business, accounting, finance or similar
• Demonstrated experience in embedding a Risk Management Framework across a complex organisation
• Critical thinking with an analytical approach
• Experience analysing information/data and providing recommendations to leaders.
• Working with Children Check clearance (NSW)
• National Police Clearance

Don't meet every single requirement? That's okay.

We know that not all candidates are likely to check every box, and we value diverse experiences and perspectives. If you’re excited about this role and believe you could be a great fit, we encourage you to apply — even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, skill or experience listed. You might be just the person we’re looking for.

What we offer:

• Professional Learning opportunities for career advancement
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Hybrid working arrangements, flexibility between the office and home/remote
• Modern workspace with end-of-trip facilities, on the doorstep of Chatswood train and metro station, dining and retail outlets
• Employee referral incentives
• Access to a wide range of discounts through Blue Light Card on everyday purchases
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

To apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. We do not accept CV's directly via email. Applications should be received by Monday, 16th June 2025.

Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

 Enquiries should be directed to: Lauren Roebuck, Talent Sourcing Specialist, [email protected].

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.

Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au