The role partners closely with senior transformation leaders to provide independent challenge and influence decision-making, supporting the effective identification, assessment, and management of risk throughout program delivery. It is also responsible for delivering clear and insightful reporting to executive stakeholders and the Board.
The position contributes to embedding disciplined risk practices and improving how risk is governed and managed across large-scale change initiatives.
Senior Risk Oversight Manager
Role Highlights
Location: Sydney
Type: Permanent
Play a pivotal role shaping risk oversight across QBE’s most significant, enterprise‑wide transformation programs.
Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
The opportunity
We’re looking for a strategic and influential manager to provide 2nd line risk oversight to the AUSPAC Transformation & Modernisation Program. You’ll help uplift risk culture, strengthen program governance, and ensure QBE has clear visibility of key risks across one of the most significant transformation agendas in the business. You’ll partner with senior transformation leaders, challenge and influence decision‑making, and deliver insightful reporting to executives and the Board. This is a rare opportunity to shape how risk is understood, managed and embedded across large‑scale, multi‑year change portfolios.
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
In this role, you will:
Provide 2nd line oversight and challenge across the AUSPAC Divisional Transformation portfolio and the Modernisation Program.
Advise senior leaders on risk and control matters, influencing decision‑making and uplift of risk culture.
Develop meaningful indicators, dashboards and reporting to enhance transformation risk visibility.
Explore and embed the use of AI to support project risk management for both the Line 1 and Line 2 risk teams.
Assess and challenge the effectiveness of governance, controls and risk processes across agile and waterfall delivery.
Contribute to deep dives, integrated assurance activities and high‑quality 2nd line reporting to executives and the Board.
Build strong relationships, support capability uplift, and role‑model QBE’s DNA values through constructive challenge and engagement.
About you
Proven experience managing risk within large‑scale transformation or complex change
Deep understanding of enterprise risk frameworks and the 3‑lines‑of‑defence model
Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Strong analytical judgement and problem‑solving capability
Ability to coach, build capability and uplift risk culture across diverse stakeholder groups
Practical experience applying risk and control practices across both agile and waterfall delivery environments
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
Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here.
Awards & 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
2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
To learn more about our achievements, click here.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Your career. At the heart of it.
QBE recognises 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].
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Financial Products, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Operational Risks, Process Improvements, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management, Strategic PlanningApplication Close Date: 05/07/2026 11:59 PMHow to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
QBE Insurance Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
388 George Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000
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