Risk and Compliance Team Lead

Role Overview

• Lead the coordination and ongoing enhancement of RWWA’s enterprise risk management framework, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, monitored and reported in line with organisational risk appetite.
• Partner with business areas to embed risk awareness and ownership into operational planning, decision making and change initiatives.
• Support the identification and mitigation of strategic, operational, regulatory and reputational risks across the organisation.
• Coordinate risk reporting, analysis and insights for senior management, committees and governance forums, escalating material risks where required.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of risk registers, key risk indicators, control assurance processes and risk treatment plans.
• Provide day‑to‑day leadership of the risk and compliance function, supporting specialist roles within the team.

Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership aligned with RWWA’s values of Respect, Accountability, Connection and Excellence.
• Demonstrated experience working with enterprise risk management frameworks, including risk assessments, control assurance and risk reporting.
• Experience in risk and/or compliance roles within a regulated or complex operating environment.
• Advanced communication skills to influence senior leaders and support informed decision‑making.
• Experience supervising, coordinating or providing functional leadership to specialist roles or small teams.
• Strong capability in preparing reporting documentation and analysis for senior management and governance forums.
• Ability to balance assurance, pragmatism and collaboration in delivering risk outcomes.

Benefits

• Flexibility that works for you – hybrid arrangements that combine working from home with the benefits of our modern office.
• Investment in your growth – access to dedicated learning budgets and professional development support.
• A modern, people-first workplace – enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, wellness spaces, free parking, and secure end-of-trip amenities.
• Recognition that matters – competitive remuneration, employee benefits, and reward programs aligned to our RACE values: Respect, Accountability, Connection and Excellence.
• Wellbeing and support – access to mental health initiatives, wellness programs, and a paid Wellness Day.
• Community impact – contribute to safer wagering outcomes and positive community outcomes across WA.