Principal Risk Advisor
Core
Principal source of expertise on credit-related matters providing strategic, commercially informed advice on credit risk, investment oversight, and broader financial risk for Western Australia's government sector.
Role type
Principal Risk Advisor (Strategic IC with people management)
Builds
Credit risk assessments, investment portfolio oversight, and strategic financial risk advice for state government entities.
Domain
Public sector finance / Credit risk management
Required skills
Credit risk analysis, Financial risk management, Strategic planning, Stakeholder management, Team leadership, Financial market knowledge, Regulatory compliance, Data analysis
Preferred skills
Digital confidence, Continuous improvement methodologies, Business acumen
Responsibilities
Provide expert advice on credit-related matters including local government lending assessments; Oversee credit monitoring activities and support the Executive Credit Committee; Coordinate monthly credit reporting to the Board; Manage key relationships with Treasury to support the State's credit ratings; Lead and develop two direct reports; Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement across risk practices.
Seniority
Principal, strategic advisor with people management