Our client is a bespoke Audit & Risk Consulting firm. Due to exponential growth, they are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Internal Audit and Risk Director to join their leadership team. This senior role is pivotal in strengthening the Government and Not for Proffit internal audit & risk function, while proactively identifying strategic opportunities for business development across public service delivery.

You will lead the Internal Audit and Risk function across a diverse and complex client portfolio, ensuring the highest standards of audit, risk, compliance, and value-for-money assessments are delivered. Crucially, this role goes beyond traditional audit leadership & technical knowledge: it includes a strategic business development remit — identifying opportunities, writing of proposals, people leadership and driving strategic initiatives. Our client offers genuine WLB with only one to two days office attendance required.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Internal Audit leader, with recent experience gained in the Chartered / Professional Services sectors. You will understand the nuances of public sector and Not for Proft audit and risk, however will bring a commercial mindset and entrepreneurial approach.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the internal audit and risk teams across multiple key Not for Profit / Federal / State and Local Council clients.
Develop and implement a strategic audit and enterprise risk management plan aligned to government priorities, bespoke to each client.
Champion a culture of integrity, accountability, and performance across public services.
Provide high-level assurance to the Executive Leadership Team, Audit & Risk Committees, and Ministers.
Identify opportunities for business and operational improvement, including new revenue streams, efficiency gains, and improved service delivery models.
Develop / cross selling and execute a targeted business development strategy to grow the Public Sector and Not for Profit audit portfolio.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders across government bodies and public institutions.
Lead an impressive team of Internal Auditors, coach, train and develop them.

Essential Criteria:
A recognised professional qualification in internal audit, accountancy, or risk management (CA / CPA / ACCA / CISA / CIA or other).
Significant senior-level experience in internal audit, risk management, or related fields.
Proven experience working in or with the public sector, Federal, State and Local government agencies.
Demonstrable capability in strategic planning, leadership, and influencing change at board/government level.
Ability to operate with political acumen, sensitivity, and confidentiality.
Experience with business development, transformation projects, or commercial ventures within or adjacent to government.

Due to the fact that you are working with Federal Government clients we can only consider candidates that is Australian Citizens. NO visa support offered.

Working with this nimble and stable Consulting firm will allow you to contribute to high-impact initiatives. You’ll be part of a dedicated leadership team driving innovation and accountability at the heart of government. This is a unique opportunity to combine rigorous audit expertise with forward-thinking business development in a public service context.

For further information on this role or to confidentially apply, please contact Tania Barnard on (02) 8227 9200 or email [email protected]
Only WORD FORMAT resumes will be accepted.