Risk Manager

Risk Manager | Canberra | 12-Month Contract + Extensions

We are seeking an experienced Risk Manager to join a high-profile Defence ICT project. This role offers the opportunity to shape risk, issues, and benefits management practices that support strategic delivery outcomes.

About the Client:
Our client is a leading Australian Government agency within the national security and defence sector. As a statutory body, the organisation delivers cutting-edge cyber capabilities, foreign signals intelligence, and security outcomes to safeguard national interests. They offer a collaborative, high-performance environment where purpose-driven professionals thrive.

About the Role:
As a Risk Manager, you will provide integrated risk, issues, and benefits management services within a major ICT capability project. You will work within the Project Controls Team to support informed decision-making, improve project performance, and drive successful outcomes. The role involves engaging with stakeholders, implementing risk frameworks, and leading benefits realisation practices that align with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement risk and issues management frameworks
• Facilitate risk workshops and maintain detailed registers
• Analyse and prioritise risks based on impact and likelihood
• Coordinate control reviews and ensure compliance with standards
• Lead benefits realisation and support continuous improvement
• Provide benefits-related advice to stakeholders
• Track performance and report on benefits achievement
• Collaborate with benefit owners to ensure clarity and accountability

Skills and Experience:

• Strong background in risk, issues, and benefits management
• Proven ability to work across stakeholder groups and manage expectations
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and treatment strategies
• Familiarity with government PMO environments and reporting
• Ability to implement assurance frameworks and continuous improvement practices
• ISO 31000 certification or equivalent risk management qualification

Qualifications:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in risk, project management, or related field
• Certification in ISO 31000 or other recognised risk management standard

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• Work Rights: Australian citizens only
• Security Clearance: Must hold or be able to obtain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) clearance

How to Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application to Connie at Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. Your application should include:

• A current CV
• Your work rights status, and your security clearance level if applicable
• Contact details for two referees (referees will only be contacted if you progress past the interview stage)

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