Senior Advisor, Enterprise Risk at Accident Compensation Corporation, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō mātou | About us

Tōnui Ake Nei | Thriving Aotearoa is our vision for a future where we work together so that all people and their communities can live the lives they value, and we're seeking forward-thinking risk professionals to help us deliver on this mission.

Are you looking to take your risk management career to the next level working for an organisation that plays a unique role in the lives of New Zealanders? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that offers challenge and growth? If so, we have exciting opportunities to join the Enterprise Risk team where you will play a pivotal role in shaping ACC's risk maturity and performance.

These are permanent, Wellington based opportunities.

Mō tenei tūrana mahi | About this role

The Enterprise Risk team are on a journey to lift risk maturity and have developed a three-year strategic roadmap to make a step change in ACC's risk performance. Working across the business, you will support the development of ACC's risk frameworks, tools and guidance to lift risk management capability and promote a risk-aware culture. Reporting to the Manager Enterprise Risk, you will act as a trusted advisor, providing expert advice and thought leadership to Deputy Chief Executives (DCEs), Enterprise Leaders and business groups to help manage risk and improve the quality of risk information used in decision-making.

What you'll do:

• Trusted advisor: Provide expert advice and thought leadership to DCEs, Enterprise Leaders and business groups that is timely and pragmatic.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with 1st line teams, 2^nd line specialist functions and Internal Assurance to embed risk management practices.
• Risk Reporting: Support quarterly risk reporting to the Executive and Board, including facilitating risk reviews with DCE risk owners and functional risk leads.
• Evidence-based insights: Provide evidence-based insights into risks, controls and treatments, including analysis of risk trends and themes, and lessons learned to support high quality 2^nd line oversight, challenge, reporting and advice.
• Continuous improvement: Continuously improve risk frameworks, policies, systems and processes and their application across ACC.

Ko wai koe | About you

We're looking for:

• Extensive risk management experience: You will have five or more years' experience working in a risk, compliance, assurance or internal audit related function.
• Knowledge of risk management best practices: Sound knowledge of, and practical experience in, best practice risk frameworks, systems and processes.
• Trusted relationships: Proven ability to develop trust and credibility with senior leaders and staff and build strong working relationships for mutual benefit.
• Emotional intelligence: Demonstrated through sound judgement, even temperament and the ability to influence and motivate others.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt quickly to new information or areas of work and manage time effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills: Both written and verbal.
• Data analysis / Power BI: Experience in data analysis / Power BI would be advantageous.

At ACC, we offer more than just a job; we offer a career where you can make a real difference. You'll be joining a team that values innovation, collaboration, and strategic thinking. We provide a supportive environment that encourages growth and development, and we're committed to helping our people thrive.

If you're ready to take the next step in your risk management career and want to be part of an organisation that's making a positive impact on the lives of New Zealanders, apply now!

Mō ACC | Working at ACC

We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers and we welcome candidates from every ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with a disability or who have additional mental health needs. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.
• Development opportunities in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga.

The base salary range for this role is $117,787 - $166,288 with appointment depending on skills and experience and internal relativities. ACC also offers 9% superannuation.

For a detailed position description, please click here.

Rā Whakakapi | Applications close

Applications close Tuesday, 10 September 2024 and can only be accepted when submitted through our ACC Careers Website. Please ensure your application clearly highlights the required skills and experience that are listed above. If you are an ACC employee, please apply with your ACC employee profile, if possible. If you encounter accessibility issues when submitting your application, or if you would like further information, please contact HRHelp@acc.co.nz.