Risk Manager

• Fantastic career opportunity to work for Victoria’s most influential business organisation
• Part time role – three days per fortnight with flexibility on how these hours are structured
• CBD head office location with hybrid working options available

About Us:

We are the most influential, independent business body in Victoria with over 100,000 members and clients. Our members choose us because we’re trusted experts in HR and workplace relations, training, international trade, workplace health, safety and wellbeing, and policy development. Our team of 200 people thrive on putting our members first in everything we do – from providing exceptional customer service to advocating for their interests to all levels of government. The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry works for the success of our members, business and Victoria.

About the role:

We are looking for a proactive professional to join our team. In this role, you will report to the CFO and manage enterprise risk across the organisation. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for maintaining VCCI’s Enterprise Risk Register, Risk Appetite Statement, and Risk Management Framework. Your role involves identifying and assessing potential risks within VCCI, developing and implementing strategies to mitigate these risks, and conducting risk assessments for complex projects and processes as needed, collaborating with Senior Managers across the organisation.

Additionally, you will present quarterly risk management reports to the board. Your expertise will be highly valued, especially as we maintain ISO27001 certification with external auditors, ensuring that risk management is deeply integrated into our organization. Further details are provided in the position description.

About you:

The successful candidate will be an experience professional in enterprise risk and compliance, with the capability to excel at identifying and assessing potential risks, developing and implementing effective risk management strategies, and conducting thorough risk assessments for complex projects and processes. You will have the ability to build a rapport with others whilst also working with a high level of confidentiality, discretion and attention to detail.

In addition, you will have: 

• Strong analytical skills and ability to think critically.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and control techniques.
• Experience with risk auditing and reporting procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and previous experience working with C-suite level or Board of Directors.
• Familiarity with ISO27001 standards and regulations would be highly regarded but not essential if other selection criteria are met.
• Likewise, experience working with 6Clicks is also highly desirable but not essential

This position is part time, equivalent to three days per fortnight. Actual hours of work however can be adapted to suit the preferred candidate (i.e. equivalent hours worked over more days). The individual would need to be available to attend sub-committee meetings as required, however these meetings are scheduled well in advance.

Why Join Us?

At the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a significant impact. We value accountability, collaboration, curiosity, and excellence. A competitive salary, along with a range of employee benefits will be offered to the successful candidate.

Apply Now!

If this sounds like you, click apply now.

Applications are to be addressed to the HR Team, including a succinct cover addressing the Key Selection Criteria contained within the position description. Application will close by COB Tuesday 20 May 2025, or earlier if we receive a significant response – so please apply as soon as possible.

Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory police check as a pre-condition of employment.