Risk Officer

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Are you ready to make an impact? We're looking for a Risk Officer who plays a crucial role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could affect Entain's operations, financial stability, and compliance.

Reporting to the Senior Risk Manager, this role is suitable for an analytical and detail-oriented Individual seeking to build a career In risk management. The role Involve assisting in risk assessments, maintaining risk registers, preparing reports and supporting risk-related initiatives across Entain. This involves

If you're driven to ensure strong governance and a secure environment for our customers, this is the role for you!

Note for those applying - This role does not have an emphasis on cyber or security risk.

Where and how you can work...

The position is based in Brisbane, Australia. Entain has offices in Darwin, Sydney, Brisbane, Auckland, and Wellington. At Entain AUS & NZ, we value a flexible work environment and support a hybrid working model, with employees spending two days a week at the office, ensuring work-life balance and individual preferences. 

Your day-to-day... 

• Maintain and update the Risk Register, ensure the organization's risk register is accurate, current, and reflective of emerging risks and mitigation actions.
• Support the risk assessments and assist the Risk Team in conducting risk identification, analysis, and evaluation activities for projects, business units, and strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate risk mitigation activities, track risk mitigation plans, follow up on assigned actions, and ensure timely closure of risk-related tasks.
• Prepare risk reports and dashboards, develop clear and insightful risk reports, summaries, and visual dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate and support the reporting, and analysis of risk incidents, including documenting outcomes and lessons learned.
• Support risk awareness initiatives, assist in creating and delivering educational materials, workshops, and communications to promote a risk-aware culture.
• Coordinate and manage risk documentation, and maintain risk related records.

What you will bring...  

• Minimum 3 years of experience in risk management and familiarity with risk management frameworks.
• Knowledge in risk assessment methodologies, analysis, and data-driven risk reporting, with practical experience using Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) systems.
• Knowledge of the regulatory environment relevant to the industry is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Risk Management or related field is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient In Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with data analysis tools.
• Be an approachable and proactive partner to a variety of business stakeholders, with the shared goal of creating success for Entain. 
• Be able to communicate your ideas clearly to a range of different audiences and be effective in influencing thinking to embed a culture of continuous improvement.
• Support the risk team in meeting deadlines and goals, contributing to overall team success.

Entain Lifestyle... 

• Embrace your need for a work-life balance through our 9-day fortnight. 

• Celebrate the joy of starting a family with 12 weeks of paid parental leave. 

• Indulge in a range of wellness benefits through our wellness calendar, including, heavily subsidized gym memberships and other paid-for services. 

•  Enjoy the convenience of a free onsite barista and a fully stocked fridge and pantry, ensuring breakfast and lunch are taken care of. 

• A wealth of learning and development opportunities, empowering you to broaden your expertise and professional growth. 

• Company-wide events designed to honour and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our exceptional team.  

• We LOVE Entertainment, and Racing and Sports are at the heart of everything we do. So, it only makes sense that we provide access to staff giveaways to sporting and racing events. 

We are we?

At Entain Australia & New Zealand, we're on a mission to revolutionise the world of sports and gaming venue entertainment. We're the home of Australia and New Zealand's best gaming and tech talent, with a passion for pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences. 

We have a host of leading brands under the Entain umbrella – our customers can experience the best of sports betting and entertainment with Ladbrokes Australia and neds, where together they provide thrilling avenues for sports enthusiasts and racing aficionados alike. Through Entain Venues, our venue partners offer non-stop entertainment through our line-up of brands from the Australian Poker League and SportsPick to the challenges of InnQUIZitive and many more.  

We're also proud to support racing and sport in New Zealand through our 25-year strategic partnership with TAB NZ. The TAB brand in New Zealand connects enthusiasts to the heart of the action, whether it's horse racing, greyhounds, or a variety of thrilling sports. 

As a global employer, Entain is committed to providing a safe, fun, and inclusive culture where our people feel like they truly belong. We are a multicultural business that values, celebrates and respects individual differences, so whatever your sexuality, gender, gender identity, ability, age, race, religion, or belief, you will have a voice here, and the space to do your best work. Our diverse internal networks provide support for you to express your views and make a positive difference.