Risk and Assurance Lead

Risk and Assurance Lead Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Wellington Keywords: Risk, Assurance, Lead, Programme Management, Project Delivery Our client is seeking a highly skilled Risk and Assurance Lead to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a significant portfolio of transformation and change, providing assurance for key programmes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in leading assurance activities, ensuring that delivery remains on track and projected benefits are achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead assurance activities for major transformation initiatives.
• Ensure delivery aligns with programme objectives and projected benefits.
• Develop and implement a pragmatic, fit-for-purpose assurance approach.
• Establish and maintain trusted networks within the delivery community.
• Collaborate closely with the EPMO to ensure alignment and integration of programme management assurance.
• Conduct quality assurance investigations and ensure data accuracy.
• Provide oversight for external assurance processes and contribute to reporting and engagement activities.
  
  What You Bring:
• Extensive experience in project delivery and programme management.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality presentations and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of business systems in large organizations, supporting informed decision-making.
• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent industry experience.
• Relevant assurance and delivery qualifications/certifications.
• Experience in a senior-level, collaborative leadership environment.
• Expertise in coaching and mentoring within project and programme assurance.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and resolve issues effectively.
  
  About the Company:
  
  The client is committed to making a meaningful difference in New Zealand, focusing on transformative efforts that support wellbeing and growth. They believe in creating the right environment where individuals can thrive, valuing community and collaboration.
  
  What's Next:
  
  If you're ready to contribute to meaningful change and be part of a transformative portfolio, apply today!
  
  Apply Today by clicking on the link!

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Alice Chrisp on 04 471 9700