About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Head of Risk and Regulatory Affairs, the Enterprise Risk Lead is a key member of Adica’s Risk and Governance team. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining Adica’s enterprise risk management framework, aligned to APRA prudential standards and international risk frameworks.
In this role, you will proactively identify, assess, and mitigate Insurance, Financial and Strategic Risks, working closely with the 1st Line of Accountability (1LoC) to document risks and controls. You will ensure Adica operates within its risk appetite, meets regulatory expectations, and continues to strengthen its risk culture.
This is a hybrid role based at our St Kilda Road office in Melbourne.
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Implement and manage the enterprise risk management framework, including policies and procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments, control testing, and assurance activities across enterprise risks.
- Develop and manage controls assessment and testing, recommending improvements where required.
- Horizon scan and monitor emerging risks.
- Provide risk advice and subject matter expertise to stakeholders and governance committees.
- Prepare risk reporting for senior management and the Board.
- Promote and embed a strong risk culture and the three lines of accountability model.
- Support the broader Risk Team as required.
- Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date data in the GRC system.
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Finance, Business, Law, Risk Management, or related field.
- 3+ years’ experience in Risk, Compliance, Assurance, or Internal Audit.
- Strong policy drafting and analytical skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Suite proficiency.
- Experience in APRA-regulated Financial Services.
- Knowledge of CPS220, CPS230, CPS234, FAR, and ISO standards.
- Robust communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with sound judgment.
Why You'll Love Working at Adica
At Adica, our people are our greatest asset. We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, reflecting our genuine commitment to a positive culture, flexibility, and people‑first values.
Benefits
- Big discounts on car insurance for you and your family
- 14 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, plus superannuation on both paid and unpaid leave (up to 52 weeks)
- Quarterly Wellbeing Leave days and the ability to swap Public Holidays
- A supportive Wellbeing Program and regular employee events
- Recognition through monthly and annual Excellence Awards
- Strong culture of internal progression and career development
- Unlimited access to Go1 online learning platform
- Leadership development programs with Hello Monday
- Hybrid working model – flexibility built in
- Free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support for you and your family
- ...and more, because your wellbeing matters to us.
Who We Are
Adica Insurance exists to make insurance more human, more helpful, more transparent, and more empowering for our customers. We support our people with the same care and clarity. Together, we're creating a workplace where people thrive, teams collaborate, and customers feel truly supported.
What to Expect from Us
We're committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Once you apply, our Talent Team will review your application. If you're shortlisted, we'll reach out for a phone chat, followed by one interview. We'll keep you updated throughout because clarity matters.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let your recruiting contact know when they first reach out.
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📌 Enterprise Risk Lead (Melbourne)
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