Senior Risk Manager - Transformation Risk

Netwealth isn't just a company. We're shaping the future of wealth in Australia. Our award-winning platform and NextGen technology empower advisers and investors to achieve more, and we're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's most innovative FinTech businesses.

Since 1999, we've grown rapidly by challenging the status quo. We move fast, think big, and stay agile. Free from unnecessary bureaucracy so we can deliver smarter solutions for our clients and create real impact.

But what truly sets us apart? Our people. We're a team of curious, optimistic and courageous individuals who collaborate to make life better for more Australians. We value authenticity, and agility, and we believe in creating an environment where you can do your best work, grow your career, and feel part of something meaningful.

If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, where innovation is celebrated, and where you can help shape a brighter financial future, join us at Netwealth.

• Lead independent Line 2 oversight and constructive challenge across significant technology and business transformation.

• Shape and implement Netwealth’s Risk in Change standard, playbook, procedures, tools and reporting.

• Develop clear risk and compliance profiles for agreed transformation initiatives.

• Lead assurance reviews and controls assurance activity, assessing control design and operational effectiveness.

• Translate transformation risk and control findings into clear options and actions for senior decision-makers.

• Partner with Line 1 teams to embed risk and compliance requirements from transformation design through to delivery.

• Deliver concise, decision-focused reporting for executives, committees and the Board.

• Provide independent oversight and challenge across AI governance.

You’ll bring substantial risk management experience and a track record of influencing outcomes across complex transformation initiatives.

You may bring:

• Expertise leading risk activity across large-scale technology or business transformation.

• Strong knowledge of risk identification, risk appetite, controls, assurance and remediation.

• Experience delivering Line 2 assurance or independently evaluating control design and operational effectiveness.

• Evidence of translating strategic objectives into practical frameworks, tools and outcomes.

• Experience influencing risk and transformation decisions with executives, committees and senior stakeholders.

Experience developing a Risk in Change framework, working with AI or emerging technology risk, using Protecht, or operating across superannuation, investments, IDPS or managed accounts would be valuable.

These capabilities are preferred rather than automatic barriers to an otherwise strong applicant.

You’ll have the autonomy to lead transformation risk activity while partnering closely across Legal, Risk and Compliance, Technology and transformation teams.

If you don’t meet every preferred criterion, we still encourage you to apply. Relevant experience from other regulated or transformation environments may be equally valuable.

At Netwealth, we believe a fulfilling career is built on growth, balance, and belonging. Our people are our greatest strength, and we’re committed to supporting you at every stage of life because when you thrive, so do we.

We're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's top 5 companies for Career Development (endorsed by WORK180). From further education and diverse training opportunities to strong support for internal mobility. Your career can grow here.

Our flexible hybrid model supports balance, with just 4 days in the office each fortnight. When you’re in, you’ll enjoy working from one of our modern, thoughtfully designed spaces across Australia – including our state-of-the-art Melbourne CBD office. All locations feature contemporary facilities to make your day comfortable, and in Melbourne, you’ll also enjoy perks like end-of-trip amenities and daily breakfast to make your commute easier.

We offer benefits designed for your wellbeing and personal development, including;