Risk and Assurance Specialist

The opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Risk & Assurance Specialist to join our newly established Risk & Assurance function in the Digital & Information Group. These roles will play a critical part in supporting one of South Australia's most significant digital transformation programs while helping to strengthen risk maturity, governance, assurance practices and decision-making across the organisation.

The position
Reporting to the Manager, Risk & Assurance, you will help identify, assess, monitor and report on technology, cyber, data and operational risks across the Digital & Information Group and Digital Transformation Program. You will partner with a wide range of stakeholders to embed effective risk management practices, improve controls and support assurance activities that contribute to successful business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting risk and control assessments across digital, technology and transformation initiatives.
• Monitoring emerging risks and providing meaningful reporting and insights.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of risk frameworks, taxonomies, control libraries and assurance roadmaps.
• Facilitating risk workshops, awareness sessions and capability uplift initiatives.
• Supporting assurance reviews, policy and framework refresh activities.
• Monitoring remediation activities, audit findings and incident management outcomes.
• Building strong relationships with leaders, project teams, vendors and business stakeholders to foster a proactive risk culture

This is a full-time, three-year fixed-term position.

About you
You are a self-starter who can work independently, take initiative and engage confidently with a broad range of stakeholders. You enjoy navigating complexity, challenging assumptions constructively and helping people make risk-informed decisions.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• At least 5 years' experience in risk management, audit, governance, assurance or compliance-related roles.
• Qualifications in business, risk management, legal, information technology or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks such as ISO 31000 and their practical application.
• Experience across technology, cyber, data, operational or project risk environments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and report-writing capabilities.
• Experience working within complex organisations, transformation programs or technology-focused environments will be highly regarded.
• Experience with GRC tools and exposure to both public and private sector environments will be advantageous.

About ReturnToWorkSA
At ReturnToWorkSA, our purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury. Our services and those delivered by our claims agents are designed to provide early intervention support to workers and employers following a work injury to ensure the worker can recover and return to work as quickly as possible. We manage premiums and investments while regulating the Return to Work scheme, ensuring fairness, compliance and promoting the health benefits of work.

Why join us?
Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians affected by work injury. At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:

• An extensive wellbeing program
  • access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
  • a free onsite gym and bike storage
  • discounted corporate private health insurance
  • and a proactive EAP provider
• Flexible work options including part time and working from home
• Access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development
• Modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD

Further information
Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA’s organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.

 Risk and Assurance Specialist (D&IG) PD - Digital and Information

The total remuneration package for this position is starting from $120,369 (plus superannuation). The final offer will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills and experiences.

How to apply
Please submit a cover letter demonstrating your key capabilities and experience supported by your current resume addressed to Chase Hart, Manager Risk and Assurance, by 5:00pm Friday, 4th September 2026. Email enquiries can be sent to recruitment@rtwsa.com.

Please note that shortlisting and interviewing for this role will commence immediately. We encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Inclusion and acceptance
ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Still not sure?
We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180. Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don’t tick all the boxes we still want to hear from you.