Job Director, Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance, Brisbane

Director – Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance
SO Level | $190K – $199K TRP | Brisbane

Lead the internal audit function for a major QLD Government department

• Strategic leadership role acting as Head of Internal Audi
• Attractive total remuneration package: $190,387 – $199,204 p.a.
• Flexible, full-time permanent role in a high-impact team

u&u Recruitment Partners is proud to represent the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing, and Regional and Rural Development to recruit a key executive appointment: Director – Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance.

Based in the Brisbane CBD, this role offers the opportunity to shape the internal audit, risk and compliance frameworks across a large and diverse Queensland Government department.

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Governance, Performance & Operations, you will act as the statutory Head of Internal Audit and manage an outsourced internal audit program, while also leading internal risk and compliance strategy.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the department’s Internal Audit function, managing co-sourced arrangements and audit planning;
• Oversee and enhance enterprise risk and internal compliance frameworks;
• Prepare strategic reports, briefings and submissions for senior executives and central agencies;
• Build a culture of continuous improvement across audit and risk practices; and
• Lead a small, high-performing team (2 direct reports).

About you:

• Appropriate qualification under the Financial Accountability Regulation 2019 (e.g. CPA, CA, MIPA / FIPA or professional IIA membership);
• Strong experience in leading internal audit, risk and/or compliance functions;
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills;
• Experience managing outsourced internal audit or co-sourced programs; and
• A tertiary qualification in Governance, Risk or related disciplines is desirable.

Benefits:

• Attractive Total remuneration package: $190,387 – $199,204 p.a. (incl. super and leave loading);
• 36.25 hour work week + flexible working arrangements;
• 4–5 weeks annual leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, long service and purchased leave options; and
• Inclusive, values-driven workplace culture.

This is a unique opportunity to lead high-impact audit and risk work while enjoying the benefits and work-life balance of the Queensland public sector.

Applications close: Friday 8th Augst 2025. Please note: To be eligible, applicants must hold Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid visa with working rights.

How to Apply:

For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Celine Di Lauro at u&u on Write to the company quoting reference number 42152.

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