Business Assurance Manager/Partner

A highly regarded New Zealand organisation is seeking an experienced Business Assurance Manager to play a pivotal role in strengthening risk management, internal audit, and business assurance practices across a complex, purpose-driven environment.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will provide independent assurance and trusted risk advice while helping the organisation achieve its strategic objectives. This is a highly visible role, partnering with stakeholders across the business to identify opportunities for improvement, enhance risk maturity, and support effective decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering internal audit and assurance activities across a diverse operational landscape.
• Providing risk advisory services and contributing to the ongoing development of risk management frameworks and practices.
• Building trusted relationships with senior leaders and influencing key business decisions on risk and assurance matters.
• Presenting insights and recommendations to executive stakeholders and governance forums.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen organisational performance and controls.

To be successful, you will bring experience in internal audit, risk management, or assurance, either from a professional services environment or an in-house function. You will be a confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate complex risk concepts into practical business outcomes.

Ideally, you will possess:

• Experience in internal audit, risk management, governance, or assurance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory skills.
• The ability to work autonomously while partnering effectively across diverse teams.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as CA, CIA, or equivalent.
• A naturally inquisitive mindset and passion for driving better business outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, values-driven organisation where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible hybrid working environment and strong professional development opportunities.

To apply click on link or for a confidential conversation contact Johnny Gowland johnny.gowland@robertwalters.co.nz 0273689333

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Johnny Gowland on +64 4 471 9784.