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Head of Consumer Insurance Risk

Job No: 678022

Sydney - Inner Suburbs & CBD, Brisbane - Inner Suburbs & CBD

Permanent Full Time

Insurance

Pay Band 8


  • Lead strategic risk initiatives across Consumer Insurance
  • Flexible hybrid working and career development opportunities
  • Influence enterprise-wide resilience and performance

About the Role

As Head of Consumer Insurance Risk, you’ll provide strategic leadership to uplift risk maturity and embed robust frameworks across the division. You’ll influence decision-making at all levels, deliver actionable insights, and ensure compliance with regulatory obligations while fostering a high-performance culture.

What You’ll Do

  • Define and execute the Consumer Insurance Risk Strategy, aligning with business objectives and regulatory requirements
  • Lead initiatives to uplift risk capability and maturity, embedding consistent practices across the division
  • Provide expert advice on governance, frameworks, and risk appetite to strengthen decision-making
  • Deliver insights from internal and external data to inform strategic decisions and improve resilience
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate risk insights into operational and strategic priorities
  • Inspire and develop risk teams, building capability through coaching and targeted development programs
  • Maintain regulator engagement through proactive communication, risk-based approaches and transparency
  • Regularly evaluating the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls to ensue they effectively mitigate risks

What You’ll Bring

  • Deep expertise in enterprise risk frameworks, insurance-specific risks, and regulatory obligations
  • Proven ability to set and execute risk strategies and influence senior leaders
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret data trends and deliver actionable insights
  • Experience engaging with regulators and managing governance and compliance requirements

What You’ll Enjoy

Access our award-winning Shine platform – your central hub for exclusive perks, wellbeing support, career development, and recognition. Shine has been recognised for excellence in employee experience, making it easier than ever to access what matters most to you.

  • Hybrid working, flexible leave, 20 weeks paid parental leave, and up to 5 days paid flexible leave annually
  • Paid study support, career breaks, on-the-job learning, and a $1,000 referral bonus for eligible employees
  • Free wellbeing coaching, a dedicated Employee Council, and confidential EAP access
  • Discounts at 400+ retailers, insurance savings, gym memberships, and reduced super fees
  • Paid volunteer leave, donation matching, and unlimited emergency response leave
  • Performance-based bonuses and Suncorp shares for eligible employees
  • Diversity is celebrated through employee resource groups and inclusive policies for all families

Explore our full benefits: www.suncorpgroup.com.au/careers/benefits

At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact liam.saif@suncorp.com.au for a confidential conversation. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application directly via the link provided.

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