Senior Risk Advisor

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and strategic risk professional to join Auckland Council’s Risk and Assurance team. This is your chance to shape a culture of professional risk management across one of New Zealand’s largest and most complex organisations. You will provide guidance, frameworks, and expertise to help to help the organisation effectively manage risk, safeguard our communities, and ensure we are future-ready and resilient.

Joining Auckland Council means working at the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau, working alongside passionate colleagues who are committed to making a real difference.

To read the full position description please click here: Senior Risk Advisor

• This is a hybrid position
• *Please note we will be reviewing applications from the 19th Janaury so do not delay in applying. 

Why this roles matters:

· Lead and influence enterprise-wide risk management activities.

· Deliver high-impact projects that shape Council strategy, safeguard communities, and enhance organisational risk maturity.

· Collaborate with senior executives, elected members, and cross-functional teams to translate complex risk challenges and information into practical and actionable solutions.

As a Senior Risk Advisor, you will:

· Develop, maintain, and embed Auckland Council’s risk management policy, framework, procedures, systems, and tools.

· Provide expert guidance to business units, coaching staff and management in identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risk.

· Support enterprise-wide risk reporting, including to the Audit and Risk Committee and Executive Leadership Team.

· Lead and contribute to high-profile projects, bringing risk expertise to complex and dynamic challenges.

· Champion risk-informed decision-making while modelling professional and ethical behaviour.

He kōrero mōu: About you

You are a senior risk professional with a strong track record in enterprise risk management. You confidently engage with stakeholders across all levels—from executive teams to frontline staff—and translate complex risk concepts into practical advice and action. You are proactive, solutions-focused, and capable of coaching others to build organisational capability.

You will thrive in a collaborative environment and have:

· Experience leading, developing, and embedding risk management frameworks across large, complex organisations.

· Excellent facilitation, communication, and influencing skills.

· The ability to build credibility quickly with diverse stakeholders.

· Willingness to use basic te reo Māori and an appreciation of tikanga in a professional context.

What we are looking for:

· At least 7 years’ experience in risk management at an intermediate or senior level, ideally within a large organisation.

· Extensive knowledge of AS/NZS ISO 31000 standards and risk management best practice.

· Membership with the Risk Society of NZ, Institute of Internal Auditors, or an equivalent body is preferred.

· Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Law, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, EAP services, an Oranga Day and discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts!

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HCrGnm_Fy1RMrhSkvVZaf3GPtZDk3BLd/view?usp=sharing

We are a diverse organisation – we value diversity in our thinking, and we can only achieve that with a diverse team!

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

The salary range is between 120,000k to 130,000k, based on skillset and experience.

Applications close: Monday, 2nd February 2026

We will be shortlisting during the course of the advert, if we find the right person we will reserve the right to close the advert early. Please apply without delay.

Please note: Qualification Checks will be conducted along with other relevant pre-employment checks required for employment with Auckland Council.

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
 
 
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