Senior Operational Risk Specialist

About the role

Latitude is looking for a Senior Operational Risk Specialist in Melbourne, working hybrid (two days per week in the office). Reporting to the Head of Group Operational Risk, you will provide independent advice and oversight as part of the second line of defence, giving proactive, end-to-end operational risk advice across the risk lifecycle. The role suits someone with sound judgement, commercial understanding and the confidence to challenge constructively.

Key responsibilities

• Strengthen the operational risk oversight program, making tools, processes and guidance practical and useful for the business.
• Provide risk advice and constructive challenge across strategic, regulatory, technology and product changes.
• Lead targeted assurance reviews and deep-dives to assess control effectiveness, uncover issues and recommend improvements.
• Turn risk data, indicators and trends into clear insights for senior leaders and risk committees.
• Build risk awareness and capability through coaching, guidance and strong relationships with business teams.
• Influence and challenge senior stakeholders, giving clear risk advice to management and risk committees.

Required profile

• Extensive financial services experience, typically seven or more years, with a strong background in risk and controls.
• Experience assessing internal controls and finding practical ways to improve risk management.
• Ability to work through complex information, collaborate while keeping independence, and follow through on issues.
• Knowledge of consumer credit products is highly regarded; experience with GRC systems, data analytics, technology risk, third-party risk or operational resilience is desirable.

Required skills

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to turn findings into clear recommendations.
• Excellent writing, presentation and influencing skills, including communication with senior leaders and Board or management risk committees.
• Understanding of project management and change governance, supported by sound commercial judgement.
• Familiarity with AI tools to support analysis, streamline routine tasks and prepare effective reporting.

What we offer

• Hybrid working model combining home work with office presence.
• An extra week of paid leave each year through the Take 5 initiative.
• Sonder, a 24/7 wellbeing support app.
• Discounts on Latitude products and services.

Successful applicants must complete a background check, including criminal history and bankruptcy checks, before starting. Diverse perspectives and transferable skills are welcomed.