Audit Director – People and Risk Culture

About the role

The Audit Director – People and Risk Culture leads Internal Audit’s specialist assurance over ANZ’s risk culture and talent functions. Reporting to the General Manager Audit – Financial Crime, Risk & Risk Culture, the role provides independent third‑line assurance on how organisational behaviour, leadership practices and people‑related frameworks influence risk outcomes across the Group.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver independent audit coverage across bank‑wide risk culture and the Talent & Culture portfolio, including ANZ Staff Super.
• Form evidence‑based views on the effectiveness of risk culture, people risk and governance.
• Own and evolve the Risk Culture methodology, tools and standards to ensure consistent, high‑quality assurance.
• Produce consolidated thematic insights and support Board and Executive Management oversight in line with prudential expectations such as CPS 220.
• Maintain senior stakeholder relationships and contribute to Internal Audit’s strategic priorities.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in internal audit, risk management or people risk within a large financial institution.
• Proven leadership ability to influence senior executives and board members.
• Strong analytical mindset with the capacity to translate behavioural data into risk insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of risk culture frameworks and governance standards.
• Expertise in audit methodology, risk assessment and assurance delivery.
• Understanding of regulatory expectations such as CPS 220 Risk Management.