Risk and Assurance Advisor
Job Details
Employer: Banyule City Council
Location: Flexible hybrid work opportunities
Job Type: Permanent; Full Time
Department: People and Culture
Compensation: Annual AUD $98,255.03 - $106,820.88
Closing Date: 30 April 2026, 11:45AM AEST
About the Role
Banyule City Council is seeking a Risk & Assurance Advisor to play a central role in shaping Council’s risk and assurance maturity, providing meaningful exposure to enterprise risk management, internal audit, and governance within local government.
Why You'll Love This Role and What You’ll be Doing
You’ll love this role if you’re a risk professional seeking professional autonomy, strong assurance exposure, and the opportunity to influence decision making in a complex local government environment.
You’ll work with senior stakeholders undertaking meaningful work and get to influence risk and assurance outcomes across a large and diverse organisation. Working closely with the Risk & Assurance Coordinator, you will help develop, implement and monitor Council’s enterprise risk framework, coordinate the Internal Audit Program, and support the effective operation of the Audit and Risk Committee.
As the Risk & Assurance Advisor, you will:
Support the development, implementation and ongoing review of Council’s enterprise risk management framework
Provide advice and guidance to staff on identifying, managing and monitoring organisational risk
Coordinate Council’s Internal Audit Program, working with internal stakeholders and external audit providers to deliver the annual audit plan
Track, monitor and report on audit findings and outstanding actions
Provide high‑quality administrative, coordination and secretariat support to the Audit and Risk Committee, including agenda preparation, minute‑taking and action tracking
Prepare clear, accurate reports for senior leadership, committees and Council
Contribute to continuous improvement, business continuity and strong assurance practices across the organisation
What You'll Bring/ What We Are Looking For
A relevant qualification in risk management, audit, assurance or business administration with relevant experience or lesser formal qualifications with substantial relevant experience in municipal administration or a related field.
An understanding of Internal Audit and an Audit Committee environment.
Demonstrated experience and ability to administer a complex program of delivery with multiple stakeholders.
Excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to work with changing priorities in a changing environment within strict timeframes.
Initiative, independence, and ability to work in a team.
Demonstrated ability in managing multiple tasks and priority setting skills.
Experience in report writing to the Executive, Committee’s and Council is preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
We Offer:
A permanent full time role with a monthly RDO.
Salary range $98,255.03- $106,820.88 per annum (dependent on experience), plus super.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives
Flexible work and leave arrangement, with hybrid working.
26 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) setting out your achievements aligned to the key selection criteria. Please also reply to the questions in the application form.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Melissa Smee on 03 9490 7147
Applications close: 30 April 2026 at 11:45 PM.
Why choose this opportunity?
At Banyule City Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email employment@banyule.vic.gov.au