Associate Director - Internal Audit / Risk Advisory

Job Description

More than ever, leading organisations need help in responding to an increasingly complex business environment and threats that include cyber-attacks, volatile global trade conditions and exponential increases in compliance burden.  A key component of KPMG's Consulting practice is our Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Team.  We work with the boards and management of Australia’s largest and best organisations to support the organisation’s strategic and operational priorities, protect against these threats and build resilience into the future. 

Due to current growth and increasing client demand, we are currently recruiting for an Associate Director within the GRC team, with a focus on Internal Audit and Risk Advisory services within the Insurance Sector (General and Life Insurers).  

Your Opportunity

As an Associate Director, you will:  

• Manage a portfolio of clients across the Financial Services sector, with a focus on the insurance sector 
• Lead business development pursuits across the insurance sector, including: building business relationships, leading business development activities including tenders, delivering presentations and contributing to the development of the Firm through exceptional networking skills and effective identification of any potential business opportunities 
• Manage the overall scoping, execution and delivery on a variety of internal audits as well as risk advisory projects 
• Manage the financials of client engagements and communication of significant issues, fees, and estimates-to-complete to Partners and client  
• Be advising high profile clients within the financial services sector, focusing on risk management, regulatory and process review and controls 

Your Experience

• Recent experience consulting in an internal audit or risk-associated role, delivering Governance, Risk and/or Internal Audit services, either in industry and/or in a client-facing role 
• Current or prior Big 4 / Consultancy experience highly valued 
• Demonstrated working knowledge in the insurance sector (general, PHI and life).
• Strong ability to analyse information quickly using innovative solutions to solve complex problems;  
• Previous Business Development experience - previous professional services experience with demonstrated sales experience will be highly regarded 
• A tertiary qualification (post-grad qualifications such as CIA/CPA/CA will be viewed favourably) 

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.