Risk Advisor
- The University of Western Australia
- Australia, WA
- Mar 20, 2026
Job Description:
- High‑visibility role in a central governance function, contributing directly to the University’s enterprise risk maturity, resilience and assurance outcomes.
- Broad, varied portfolio spanning risk, insurance, business continuity and critical incident support, providing strong career development and exposure across the full risk lifecycle.
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
- Base salary range: $108,413 – $120,287 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Risk, Integrity, Safety, and Compliance (RISC) division oversees the University’s risk management framework, leading initiatives to embed enterprise-wide, integrated risk management and foster a positive, risk-aware culture. RISC’s areas of responsibility encompass health, safety & wellbeing, enterprise risk, compliance, information governance, internal audit, business continuity and insurance.
The Strategic Assurance team, a key unit within RISC, provides a structured and coordinated approach to internal audit, risk management, organisational resilience, emergency travel assistance and insurance, supporting the University’s commitment to a strong risk management culture.
About the opportunity
- Support and enhance UWA’s enterprise risk management framework, including risk assessment, monitoring, reporting and control assurance activities.
- Contribute to business continuity, critical incident processes and emergency travel risk activities across the University.
- Provide operational and administrative support to the University’s insurance program, including data preparation and enquiry management.
About you
- Hold a relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrate equivalent competency in operational risk management.
- Bring substantial experience delivering risk advisory, control testing and assurance activities within a structured framework.
- Skilled in developing guidance materials, training aids, policies and documentation that support risk capability uplift.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief senior stakeholders and prepare quality reports.
- Confident in building strong working relationships and influencing across diverse stakeholder groups.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant. Occasional after hours or weekend work may be required.
Position description: 
Risk Advisor PD.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jiby Abraham at [email protected]
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 6th August 2026.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.
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Job Description:
- High‑visibility role in a central governance function, contributing directly to the University’s enterprise risk maturity, resilience and assurance outcomes.
- Broad, varied portfolio spanning risk, insurance, business continuity and critical incident support, providing strong career development and exposure across the full risk lifecycle.
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
- Base salary range: $108,413 – $120,287 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Risk, Integrity, Safety, and Compliance (RISC) division oversees the University’s risk management framework, leading initiatives to embed enterprise-wide, integrated risk management and foster a positive, risk-aware culture. RISC’s areas of responsibility encompass health, safety & wellbeing, enterprise risk, compliance, information governance, internal audit, business continuity and insurance.
The Strategic Assurance team, a key unit within RISC, provides a structured and coordinated approach to internal audit, risk management, organisational resilience, emergency travel assistance and insurance, supporting the University’s commitment to a strong risk management culture.
About the opportunity
- Support and enhance UWA’s enterprise risk management framework, including risk assessment, monitoring, reporting and control assurance activities.
- Contribute to business continuity, critical incident processes and emergency travel risk activities across the University.
- Provide operational and administrative support to the University’s insurance program, including data preparation and enquiry management.
About you
- Hold a relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrate equivalent competency in operational risk management.
- Bring substantial experience delivering risk advisory, control testing and assurance activities within a structured framework.
- Skilled in developing guidance materials, training aids, policies and documentation that support risk capability uplift.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief senior stakeholders and prepare quality reports.
- Confident in building strong working relationships and influencing across diverse stakeholder groups.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant. Occasional after hours or weekend work may be required.
Position description: Risk Advisor PD.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jiby Abraham at [email protected]
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 6th August 2026.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.
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