Senior Risk Officer

Are you an experienced risk professional looking to make a meaningful impact in local government? The City of Ballarat is seeking a highly skilled Senior Risk Officer to lead and strengthen our organisation’s risk, insurance, audit and assurance functions.

About The Role

As the Senior Risk Officer, you will play a key leadership role supporting the effective management of Council’s risk and insurance portfolio. You’ll provide strategic advice across the organisation, oversee internal audit processes, manage insurance and liability matters, and contribute to strengthening our risk framework.

Working closely with the Coordinator Risk, Governance and Compliance, you will also lead a small team and foster a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Council’s risk, insurance, audit and assurance programs
• Manage internal audits, including planning, monitoring actions and reporting progress
• Oversee insurance claims, liability matters, and legal processes, including liaison with insurers and legal representatives
• Develop and maintain the risk management system, ensuring data accuracy and meaningful reporting
• Provide expert advice, training and guidance to staff on risk, audit, insurance and compliance matters
• Contribute to business continuity and fraud risk programs
• Prepare high-quality reports for the Audit and Risk Committee, Executive and Council
• Lead and support a team, encouraging collaboration and continuous improvement

About You

You are a proactive and analytical professional with strong leadership capability and a passion for governance and risk management. You bring:

• Extensive experience in risk, audit, assurance, insurance, compliance or legal environments (local government preferred)
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, legislation and investigative processes
• Excellent written and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Proven ability to analyse complex issues and provide strategic advice
• Experience leading and mentoring staff and managing competing priorities
• Relevant tertiary qualifications (or equivalent experience) in risk, audit, compliance, law or a related discipline

Be Part of Something More

Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community. Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accounting in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.

Benefits

There’s more to remuneration than just salary.

Here Are Some Key Benefits You Might Value

• Learning and development programs
• Flexible work policies
• Employee benefits program
• MyWellbeing initiatives

Why Join Us?

• Make a real impact supporting the governance and accountability of a growing regional city
• Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Contribute to meaningful community outcomes
• Access professional development and career growth opportunities

To Apply

To apply for this position please click on the apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 12 pm Monday 22 June 2026.

Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and provide answers to the on the key selection criteria set out in the attached position description.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact Rosie Wright, Coordinator Risk, Governance and Compliance on 0488 333 138 or ***email_hidden***

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at [email protected]

We’re proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.