Risk Systems and Controls Analyst
University of Wollongong Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia · A$97K–A$120K/yr
Writing and Editing · 11-50 employees
About the role
The analyst will support the implementation and migration of the University’s Controls Register within the Protecht GRC platform. They will also facilitate control review activities and develop training materials to enhance organizational risk and compliance practices.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in business, information systems, risk management, or a related discipline. Experience with GRC systems and demonstrated ability in process improvement and stakeholder engagement are required.
Benefits
Full description
Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) — a purpose-driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.
About the Role
The Risk Systems and Controls Analyst plays a key role in supporting the University’s Risk and Compliance Management Uplift Program. Working within the Legal, Assurance and Integrity Division, you will contribute to the implementation of new controls management capabilities within the Protecht GRC platform, helping to strengthen risk, compliance and assurance practices across the University. This is an exciting opportunity to support enterprise-wide initiatives that improve governance, controls management and organisational resilience.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the implementation and migration of the University’s Controls Register within the Protecht platform, ensuring accurate, complete and fit-for-purpose control information.
- Facilitate control review, validation and mapping activities with stakeholders across faculties, divisions and controlled entities.
- Coordinate testing, user acceptance activities and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance risk, compliance and controls management processes.
- Develop user guidance, training materials and implementation support resources to drive system adoption and successful project outcomes.
About the Team
The Risk Systems and Controls Analyst sits within the Risk, Compliance and Assurance Unit, part of the Integrity, Legal and Governance Division in the Vice President Operations Portfolio. The team works collaboratively across the University to strengthen risk management, compliance and assurance capability in an increasingly complex and highly regulated environment.
Working closely with the Senior Manager, Risk and Assurance, Compliance Manager and a broad range of stakeholders, the team is leading significant initiatives to optimise the University’s Governance, Risk and Compliance systems and establish a more integrated approach to controls management.
What You'll Bring
- A degree in business, information systems, risk management, compliance, governance or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant experience.
- Experience supporting Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) systems, Protecht or a similar platform.
- Demonstrated experience contributing to system enhancement, process improvement or implementation projects, including testing, documentation, data migration and stakeholder engagement.
- Knowledge of risk, compliance, controls management, assurance or internal audit practices within a complex organisation.
- Strong analytical, communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse stakeholder groups.
Why Join UOW
- Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
- 35-hour full-time work week supporting greater balance and flexibility
- Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the Christmas-New Year period
- Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities
Role Details
- Fixed term, full-time appointment (15 months)
- Level 6/7: $96,898 - $119,989 plus 17% superannuation commensurate with experience and capability
- Position Description
- Location: Wollongong Campus
- Valid Australian work rights required. Visa sponsorship is not available.
How to Apply
You are requested to submit a resume and a cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.
For further information about this position, please contact Senior Manager, Risk and Assurance Alexandra Groot-Koerkamp risk-assurance@uow.edu.au
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a National Criminal History Check as part of this role.
Closing Date: Monday 5 October 2026, 11:55pm
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.
As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.
