Operational Risk Manager

Company Description

Whether you’re working from home or on your way to the office, chances are you’re probably reading this because you’re seeking a new adventure, or you’re up for a new challenge. GROW Inc might just be that for you! 

So, who is GROW Inc? 
Founded in 2016, we’re the Australian FinTech success story you probably haven’t heard about. We’re solving big problems in the Superannuation and Managed Funds industry. The administration platforms (the software that tracks everything to do with your super) are built on things you or your parents would recognise from the glory days of 90’s computing.

How are we doing it?
We’re solving this by disrupting the wealth management industry with DLTA, our platform built on Distributed Ledger Technology which improves the financial wellbeing of Australians. We’re making Super more timely and information more accessible whilst enabling wealth management companies to offer more cost effective solutions.

We’re rebels with a cause. We’re authentic, diverse, and embrace our differences as we continue to put a dent in the universe. We know diversity of thought helps us to build better solutions for our customers which is why we encourage the entire GROW team to bring their whole selves to work each and every day. 

Job Description

As an Operational Risk Manager at GROW, you will: 

• Own and manage key elements of GROW’s Risk Management Framework, including GROW's:

  • Controls Framework

  • Risk and Control Profile & Register within GROW’s Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) system

  • Risk Control Self Assessment (RCSA) program

  • Third Party Risk Management Program

  • Line 2 Issue and Incident Management 

  • Risk in Change assessments 

  • Risk & Control reporting to Management Risk and Compliance committees

• Engage and manage key stakeholder relationships, including driving risk engagement with product value streams, representing the Risk & Compliance function with key client risk leads, and managing escalations and reporting through to Management and the Board 

• Advise frontline teams in relation to the identification and treatment of risks, including acting as a point of escalation for all risk matters

• Manage Risk & Control reporting to ensure Enterprise Risk & Compliance can drive ownership and accountability with leaders in the business.

• Support the Enterprise Risk & Compliance team and SLT in relation to building understanding of and promoting a mature risk culture

• Contribute to key Enterprise Risk & Compliance initiatives and activities as they arise

• Role model a commitment to continually evolving our risk culture as a differentiator for our people and clients 

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, we're ideally looking for someone with: 

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operational risk and control management, preferably in an APRA regulated industry

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

• In-depth knowledge of risk management principles, and industry best practices

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide range of stakeholders

• Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team of professionals

• Strong organisational and project management understanding, with the ability to participate in multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working at GROW

• ME Days - Take an additional 3 days of leave off per year for wellness!
• Birthday Leave - Take an extra day off per year on your birthday!
• Community Give Back Days - Organised by GROW!
• Learning & Development Budget - Up to $500 per year to use on your own development!
• Hybrid Work Arrangement - We have a true hybrid arrangement!
• Exciting Discounts - Think movie tickets, gift cards & even electronics

Looking for a job can be stressful and we don’t want you agonising over the wording of your cover letter, so don’t include one. Just make sure your CV is well-written and detailed enough so we can get a better idea of the type of person you are. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, but you feel inspired to join our mission, we encourage you to send in your application. You never know, you could be the perfect person to join our team!