Senior Risk Manager

Title:

Senior Risk Manager

Company:

Everest International Reinsurance, Ltd. (Australia)

Job Category:

Technology

Job Description:

Everest Group, Ltd. (Everest), is a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, operating for nearly 50 years through subsidiaries in North America, Latin America, the UK & Ireland, Continental Europe and Asia Pacific regions. Throughout our history, Everest has maintained its discipline and focuses on creating long-term value through underwriting excellence and strong risk and capital management. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture. Our most critical asset is our people. We offer dynamic training & professional development to our employees. We also offer generous tuition/continuing education reimbursement programs, mentoring opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and Colleague Resource Groups.

About the Role

Join our dynamic team in supporting the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) as we implement innovative and comprehensive risk management initiatives. As a Senior Risk Manager, you will be integral in developing risk management frameworks, collaborating with the business to identify and mitigate risks, and fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organization.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. If you are passionate about risk management and seek a role where you can make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.

Role & Responsibilities (include but not limited to)

Collaborate with the CRO to design and implement risk management frameworks that ensure compliance with regulatory and governance requirements. To enable this, roles and responsibilities for the Senior Risk Manager will include supporting the CRO with the following matters:

• Act as the Secretariat for the Branch Risk and Compliance Committee, including managing agendas, distributing papers, and taking minutes, while preparing the necessary reporting for the Committee.

• Contribute to the ongoing development, implementation, and embedding of a sophisticated risk management framework, ensuring compliance with Prudential standards set by APRA.

• Develop and deliver an annual Risk Plan and drive initiatives that align with the broader organizational strategy.

• Champion the continuous enhancement of the risk culture at Everest, promoting an open and inclusive environment where risk discussions are encouraged.

• Design and implement key risk indicators and dashboards to monitor the organization's risk profile, conducting regular environmental scans.

• Lead coordination efforts on addressing regulatory developments impacting risk management processes.

• Conduct deep dive reviews into specific risks, providing thorough assessments and insights.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, department heads, and subject matter experts, offering expert risk management guidance, support, and challenge.

• Contribute to Group ERM initiatives, sharing local risk management expertise and supporting the adoption of new Group ERM tools and methodologies.

• Produce clear and actionable risk management reports for Management, the Risk Committee, and the Board.

• Live and promote the Everest Core Values: Collaboration, Thoughtful Risk Assumption, Execution, Humility, and Leadership.

• Perform other duties as required by the business.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A degree in finance, economics, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.

• Proven experience in risk management, compliance, or a related field is required.

• Practical experience in risk analysis, particularly within the financial services or insurance sectors, is highly valued, but not required.

• Hands-on experience in risk assessment, analysis, or compliance roles.

• Demonstrated familiarity with multiple regulatory regimes, including those administered by APRA and ASIC.

• Experience in both first line and second line risk management are preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of non-life insurance risks and experience with APRA requirements.

• Strong understanding of laws and regulations affecting the general insurance industry.

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritizing effectively to meet deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

• High level of accuracy in evaluating risks, trends, and preparing reports.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to influence stakeholders across different levels of the organization.

• Creative and innovative approach to risk mitigation strategies.

• Ability to build effective, collaborative relationships across diverse teams.

• Demonstrated professional skepticism and a commitment to integrity in risk assessments.

Our Culture 

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviours. Click here to learn more about our culture. 

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviours. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

• Our Colleague Behaviours define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviours across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

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Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Sydney, Australia

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