Manager, Risk, Compliance & Assurance

About the role

The South Australia Police is transforming its enterprise risk, compliance and assurance capability. As Manager, Risk, Compliance & Assurance you will lead the design and delivery of risk, compliance, assurance and business continuity programmes, helping to build a more resilient and accountable organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise risk, compliance, assurance and business continuity strategies across SAPOL.
• Lead a high‑performing team of specialists, fostering continuous improvement and organisational excellence.
• Influence decision‑making at all levels by providing risk assessments, reporting and governance advice.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to embed a risk‑aware culture and ensure regulatory obligations are met.
• Monitor and report on risk exposure and compliance performance metrics.
• Ensure governance frameworks and accountability processes are embedded within operational units.

Required profile

• Proven leadership experience in complex environments, with ability to turn strategy into action.
• Strong judgment, initiative and capability to build trust with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent relationship‑building and mentoring skills, supporting team and organisational capability development.
• Demonstrated experience in enterprise risk management, compliance management, internal audit or business continuity.