Director - Risk Advisory and Internal Audit

Company Description

One purpose, one practice

We are public purpose sector specialists who support governments and their agencies, and not-for-profit organisations, to deliver services to Australians, helping to build more resilient, equitable, secure and prosperous communities. We are guided by our values of Stronger Together, Amplify Impact, Build Trusted Relationships, Value Every Person, Think Beyond Limits, and Defined by Ethics.

Our purpose-driven professionals provide clients with access to the skills, capabilities and expertise to support the delivery of government agendas and public purpose projects, with specialist teams across three national practices:

• Transformation
• Risk, Programs and Cyber
• Commercial, Financial and Infrastructure

Job Description

Reporting to the Risk, Programs and Cyber Managing Director, this is a leadership role to grow and build our practice and team and ensure high-quality delivery to our clients.  Working with a high performing, talented team, you will help a broad client base effectively manage their most important risks. 

Client Engagement and Delivery 

• Lead delivery of complex governance, risk, program assurance and internal audit services across our client base 

• Help clients with line 1, 2 and 3 transformation, modernisation and digitisation programs 

• Deliver clear, actionable insights, recommendations to senior client stakeholders when conducting risk advisory and assurance work. 

• Deliver value adding GRC and assurance technology and 'as a service' solutions and services. 

• Provide insight and confidence over the delivery of transformation programs. 

Leadership and Team Development 

• Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and excellence. 

• Mentor and develop team members through on-the-job training, coaching, and career management. 

• Build local and national capability in governance, risk, and internal audit practices. 

• Share technical insights, industry developments, and thought leadership to elevate team expertise. 

Business Development and Strategy 

• Identify and convert business development opportunities aligned with our purpose and values. 

• Grow your personal brand and network. 

• Contribute to the preparation of Requests for Tender (RFTs), proposals, and thought-leadership materials. 

• Develop deep sectoral or subject-matter expertise to support market growth and innovation. 

• Build relationships across Scyne Advisory’s broader capabilities, including Transformation, Risk, Programs & Cyber, and Commercial, Finance & Infrastructure, to deliver holistic client solutions. 

Qualifications

Technical and Professional Experience 

• 10–15 years of demonstrated experience in governance, risk, compliance, and internal audit, preferably in the public sector or professional services. 

• Proven ability to manage large-scale audit or risk transformation programs and deliver meaningful outcomes 

• Deep understanding of governance, risk management, internal audit frameworks, and methodologies. 

• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, clients, and teams. 

• An active and curious approach to automation and AI in delivery of new solutions to clients 

• Highly desirable experience with risk management in major transformation programs.  

Qualifications and Capabilities 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and certifications (e.g. CAANZ, CPA, CIA, Risk Management Institute of Australasia, or Governance Institute). 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly. 

• Proven commercial acumen and ability to identify and develop client opportunities. 

• Continuous learning mindset — staying abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and risks impacting clients and our practice. 

Additional Information

• Market leading Parental Leave: Allows either carer to take 26 weeks of leave, flexibly, until a child is two years of age. A six-month minimum service requirement for new starters applies. We also make full superannuation contributions for up to 12 months (including unpaid parental leave).
• Flex working: Our people have the autonomy to choose where and when they work so they can integrate their professional and personal lives, finding the right balance that fuels their growth, wellbeing, engagement and productivity. If it works for them, their teams, and their clients, it works for us.
• Additional leave: a 5th week of paid leave to support rest, wellbeing, and inclusion during our annual summer shutdown also Birthday leave, First Nations Cultural Leave, Floating Public Holidays, Leave+ (purchased leave up to 12 weeks), Study Leave, Volunteering Leave, and more!
• Smart Device reimbursement: Working flexibly means accessing the information you need on the go. That’s why we help pay for your smartphone or tablet, claiming up to $60 a month towards your bill.
• Wellness and Lifestyle benefits: We’ll give you $295 a year to spend on items or activities that support your wellness, and up to $205 a year to support your balanced lifestyle.
• Sonder: A digital care platform that empowers people to actively take control of their wellbeing to live well and perform at their best, free to Scyne Employees and their immediate family members.

We Value Every Person and Every Voice:

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

We are passionate about improving outcomes with First Peoples, working in collaboration with government and community sectors towards programs which focus on First Nations clients, consumers and communities.  We recognise the knowledge, insights and capabilities of First Peoples. Their strength, resilience and cultural competence are highly valued.

We know that an inclusive culture, and collective intelligence improves the decision-making processes and is critical to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and team. We encourage applications from those in marginalised and/or historically underrepresented communities within our workforce. Additionally, if you require any adjustments to the process, please let us know

Recruitment and Assessment Process:

Scyne’s approach to recruitment and selection is underpinned by key principles and expectations, ensuring we recruit and onboard a skilled and diverse workforce that is representative of the communities and organisations we serve. We ensure selection to roles is fair, with equal access provided, and appointments factor in but not limited to relative ability to fulfil the role, prior performance, potential and alignment with our values – taking unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions into consideration.

We carry out background checks on our people to ensure we have made a sound hiring decision and to protect the organisation and our clients from potential risk. If required, confirmation of a valid Commonwealth security clearance or the ability to obtain a Commonwealth security clearance.

At Scyne, we deeply value our recruitment partnerships. To ensure a clear and efficient process, we kindly request that all candidate submissions from search firms and recruiters are only made in alignment with a pre-existing, signed agreement for a specific position. Please note that any resumes submitted to Scyne for this position on an unsolicited basis, without a prior agreement, will not create any financial obligation for us. Consequently, we will not be liable for any fees or commissions should an unsolicited candidate be engaged, regardless of any conflicting terms or conditions you may have.