Lead Advisor, Enterprise Risk at ACC New Zealand

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Aug, 26

Salary

151000.0

Posted On

29 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Enterprise Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Risk Reporting, Risk Frameworks, Strategic Advisory, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Skills, Risk Maturity Uplift, Facilitation, Compliance, Assurance, Risk Appetite Management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

* Provide expert enterprise risk advice to Deputy Chief Executives (DCEs) and senior leaders * Influence risk-informed decision-making and uplift organisational risk capability * Join a high-impact, specialist enterprise risk function Are you ready to step into a role where your advice genuinely shapes how an organisation manages risk? At ACC, risk isn’t just about compliance – it’s about enabling better information, better conversations and better decisions for New Zealanders. We’re evolving how we approach risk with a sharper focus on quality, insight and decision-making. We’re looking for an experienced Lead Advisor, Enterprise Risk to partner with senior leaders, challenge thinking and help shape how risk is managed at an enterprise level. About us | Mō mātou ACC is a trusted and high‑performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future. You can find more about ACC and the work we do at acc.co.nz. About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi This is a high-impact, relationship-led role where you will act as a trusted 2nd line advisor to DCEs, senior leaders and business groups. Working as part of a small, high-performing Enterprise Risk team, you play a key role in lifting risk maturity across ACC by helping senior leaders to make confident, risk-informed decisions in a complex environment. The appointing salary for this role is $125,000 - $151,000 based on experience and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme with features like no mandatory employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance, and flexibility to change to a locked plan at any time. What You’ll Do: * Partner with senior leaders: For your portfolio of business groups, build trusted relationships with DCEs and senior leaders by providing pragmatic advice that supports risk-informed decision-making. * Lead risk conversations that matter: Facilitate quarterly enterprise risk reviews and workshops with senior stakeholders and challenge their thinking on controls, treatment strategies and risk appetite. * Shape risk reporting: Contribute insights, risk trends and themes to shape Executive and Board reporting. * Enable better risk practices: Coach and influence business groups to improve risk practices and contribute to continuous improvement of frameworks, tools, training and guidance. About you | Mōu If you’re looking for a role where you can influence decisions, challenge thinking, and help shape how risk is managed at an enterprise level, we’d love to hear from you. You will bring: * Strong risk management experience: You will have five or more years’ experience working in a risk, compliance, assurance or risk advisory function. * Experience in a complex organisation: Practical application of risk frameworks in a complex organisations. * Trusted relationships: Proven ability to develop trust and credibility with senior leaders and staff and build strong working relationships for mutual benefit. * Emotional intelligence: Demonstrated through sound judgement, even temperament and the ability to influence and motivate others. * Adaptability: Ability to adapt quickly to new information or areas of work and manage time effectively. * Exceptional communication skills: Both written and verbal. * You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application. Working at ACC | Mō ACC At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that: * Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds. * The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours. How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to Sunday 14 June at 11.55pm. Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email HRHelp@acc.co.nz.

Responsibilities

Provide expert enterprise risk advice to senior leaders and Deputy Chief Executives to influence risk-informed decision-making. Lead risk reviews, shape executive reporting, and coach business groups to improve overall risk maturity and practices.