Manager Audit & Assurance
Parramatta - Australia
Job Summary
Lead the agencys audit risk and assurance functions and play a pivotal role in strengthening governanceintegrityand organisational resilience.
Ongoing full-time opportunity
Rolebased in Parramatta/Sydney(other locations negotiable) with flexible/hybridworkingenvironment.
Salaryrelativeto experience and ranges from $154231to $178369 super
About the role
TheManager Audit and Assuranceleadsthe organisations audit assuranceriskand fraud control functions ensuring the agency meets its statutory regulatory and policy obligations while supporting effective governance and decision-making. A key focus of the role isestablishinga holistic view of risk and assurance activities across the organisation developing an assurance map and delivering a risk-based internal audit program that complements existing assurance activities and avoids duplication.
The roleis responsible forstrengthening the organisations enterprise risk management and assurance frameworkdefiningand mapping organisational risks overseeing fraud and corruption control managing Public Interest Disclosures (PIDs) andprovidingtrusted advice to executive leadership and governance committees. Through these activities the position plays a critical role in fostering a culture of integrityaccountabilityand continuous improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their auditriskand assurance experience with access to mentorship and support while shaping and maturing key organisationalframeworks.
About You
You are an experienced auditriskor governance professional with a strongtrack recordof developing and delivering contemporary audit and assurance frameworks within complex organisations. You bring extensive experience leading internal audit programs enterprise risk management initiatives fraud and corruption control frameworks and governance activities that support organisationalobjectives. Your knowledge of public sector governance compliance obligations risk managementprinciplesand relevant legislation enables you to provide trusted evidence-based advice to senior executivescommitteesand key stakeholders.
You are a strategic thinker with highly developed analytical communication and stakeholder management skills. You canidentifyemerging risks navigate complex and rapidly changing environments and balance competing priorities to deliver practical outcomes. Your ability to influence collaborate and build strong relationships allows you to effectively partner with leadership teams whilemaintainingindependence and objectivity. A commitment to continuous improvement sound judgement and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be key to your success in this role.
Essential Requirements
Tertiary qualifications in a governance audit risk management or related discipline or equivalent demonstrated experience in a relevant field.
Extensive experience developing and implementing audit risk and assurance strategies frameworkssystemsand programs aligned with organisationalobjectivesand risks.
Demonstrated knowledge of risk management principles governance frameworks fraud and corruption control practices and assurance methodologies.
For more information read the full Role Description:Manager Audit and Assurance
About the Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporationand executive agency of the Premiers Departmentthat will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communitiesbusinessesand government. When disaster does strike we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agenciescommunitiesand other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:
Flexible working practices
Contemporary workspaces and technology
Access to learning and development opportunities
Employeeassistanceand wellbeing program (with a cool app)
Workforce that values inclusion
Competitive pay and conditions
Fitness Passport with a choice of 200 gyms and pools across NSW
To Apply
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitabilityfor the role detailing your relevant knowledgeskillsand experience.
Applications closeSunday 16 August 2026 at 11:55pm.
Should you require further information about the role please contactEllen TembyBusiness Manager Office of theChief Executive Officertitle via
Our Commitment
Great people come from allwalks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverseinclusiveand flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the employment of people with a disabilityveteransand other diverse communities. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age gender ethnicity culturalbackgroundor sexual orientation.
Additional Information
The recruitment process may include a range of assessments including interview psychometric assessments work sampleactivitiesand pre-employment checks asrequired.
Looking for more information orassistancewith applying
We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you requireanadjustmentto the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including information in an alternate format or an alternate method of submission of the application) please contact the Talent Team viaor0and reference the Job Title and Reference Numberfor the role in which you are requesting the adjustment.
Recruitment Pool
A recruitment pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that become available over the next 18 months
Required Experience:
Manager