Job No.: 688886
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Fixed-term appointment until 1 February 2027
Remuneration: $140157 - $148769 pa HEW Level 09 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
The Opportunity
The Risk and Compliance team have an exciting opportunity for a Risk Management Manager. Amplify your impact in a role that provides both a central vantage point over a diverse and dynamic Monash community and the opportunity to work directly with our international entities.
The Risk Management Manager assists the Director Risk and Compliance in the maintenance coordination and implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework for the University including off-shore campuses and controlled entities. The position plays a key role in contributing to the continuous improvement of the framework leads risk and regulatory guidance and provides advice that underpins key client goals at the strategic operational and project levels.
As the successful candidate you will be responsible for leading and managing the delivery of varied risk management and regulatory compliance activities including partnering with project/business development managers and working with Executive Management to manage risks across the University. Additionally you will lead and conceptualise programs of research and analysis in areas of functional specialisation. Make rapid accurate and thorough risk analysis in a responsive manner whilst coping with a fluid landscape and shifting priorities.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong educational background or substantial relevant skills and work experience. The role requires postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or extensive management experience and proven management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
About Monash University
At Monash work feels different. Theres a sense of belonging from contributing to something ground breaking a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity and welcome and celebrate everyones contributions lived experience and expertise. Thats why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95000 students four Australian campuses and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
In our short history we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the worlds best tertiary institutions. We rank in the worlds top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Learn more about Monash.
Today we have the momentum to create the future we need for generations to come. Accelerate your change here.
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply please refer to How to apply for Monash Jobs. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people culturally and linguistically diverse people people with disabilities neurodivergent people and people of all genders sexualities and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments please contact us at in an email titled Reasonable Adjustments Request for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Ms Cassandra Seibold Senior Group Risk Manager
Position Description:Risk Management Manager
Applications Close: Monday 2 February 2026 11:55pm AEST
Supporting a diverse workforce
Monash University recognises that its Australian campuses are located on the unceded lands of the people of the Kulin nations and pays its respects to their elders past and present.
Required Experience:
Manager
Study at Monash, one of Australia's most prestigious universities. We offer a range of world class degrees in numerous disciplines, see more.