Senior Analyst, Risk Assurance

Senior Analyst, Prudential Assurance, Chief Operating Office, Risk

Who we are?

The Prudential Assurance team is part of the Chief Operating Office in Risk Division responsible for the delivery of the 2nd Line Prudential Assurance program, covering all domestic Prudential Standards and Returns across the Westpac Group.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the delivery of 2nd Line Prudential Assurance reviews over Westpac Prudential Standards and Returns in accordance with the annual plan, and generate key risk insights on the effective design and operation of controls to meet our Prudential obligations to APRA.

As a Senior Analyst in the 2nd Line Prudential Assurance team, you will work with stakeholders across all Westpac Divisions and Lines of Business, key business partners including Group Audit, external audit, Divisional Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and other 2nd Line teams.

In this role, you will be part of a team of assurance risk professionals delivering on the Prudential Assurance Annual Plan by carrying out assurance activities in line with the Assurance methodology and Prudential Policy. Your responsibilities will include:
 

• Execute reviews and testing controls for design and operating effectiveness f or each prudential assurance activity to meet prudential obligations/requirements, and assessing whether prudential risks are appropriately managed
• Timely completion of issue remediation testing
• Identify ongoing enhancements to the Prudential Assurance methodology, framework and stakeholder engagement and annual review process.
   

What do I need?

The successful candidate will bring relevant experience in executing assurance reviews over Prudential Standards or Returns. Previous assurance or internal audit experience is essential. Technology controls testing experience is desired.

To be successful in this role, you will have good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to interpret Prudential obligation requirements and conduct issue root cause analysis.

What is it like to work here?

We aim to provide one big, supportive team of people who love helping others succeed. Working with us you'll discover new ways of working, and an exciting range of roles to showcase your skills. As an equal opportunity employer, we’re proud to have created a culture where people can be their best, in an environment that values diversity and flexibility.

What is in it for me?

You will play an important and significant part in the future of a business that has been around for 200 years. Our vision is to become one of the world’s great service companies. So, we will back you in the development of your career, with internal career prospects, upskilling and flexible working. Y ou will be part of a team and work across multiple portfolios giving you exposure across different risk class and other parts of the bank. You will also be backed by a fantastic team of people in a can-do, supportive culture.

We are looking for people who are:

Resilient, Positive, Inquisitive, Adaptive, Passion for Risk, Courageous, Decisive, Delivery focused

If this is the perfect fit for you, please reach out – we’d love to hear from you!

How do I Apply?

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As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to experienced candidates seeking a discussion around workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and Indigenous Australians to apply.

Our people are our highest priority and we are committed to placing our redeployees in available roles before we review other applicants.

By applying for this role, you acknowledge that you are aware of our Entry to Workplace Policy , and if you secure employment with us, you will be required to comply with the policy.