Our client, a leading financial services organisation based in the Sydney CBD, is seeking an experienced Technical Risk Manager to join their Technology Risk function.

This role will focus on the design, assessment and assurance of technology risk frameworks across a complex, regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, uplift and maintain technology risk frameworks, standards and policies
• Conduct technical risk assessments, including scenario-based risk analysis across technology and vendor environments
• Perform control assurance and testing to assess design and operating effectiveness of technology controls
• Provide risk oversight relating to technology licensing renewals, cost increases and commercial risk exposure
• Assess risks associated with system changes, platform upgrades and vendor arrangements

Experience Required

• Demonstrated experience in Technology Risk / IT Risk (Financial Services expereince is a must)
• Strong experience writing and embedding risk frameworks, policies and control standards

• CISA, Risk OR CISM Certified

• Hands-on experience with control assurance testing and technical risk assessments
• Ability to translate technical and commercial risk into clear, actionable insights
• Strong stakeholder engagement and documentation skills

If you are interested, please apply now. For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Josh.costigan@talentinternational.com

EL1 Technical Security Risk Advisor – Sydney | 12-Month Contract

Australian Citizenship Required | $602.55/day + Super | Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Technical Security Risk Advisor to join a high-performing team in Sydney. This 12-month contract role will see you lead security risk assessments, audits, and assurance programs across key sites, ensuring compliance with Government security frameworks and industry best practices.

About the Role

As a Technical Security Risk Advisor, you will:

Security Risk, Assurance & Governance

• Lead planning, scheduling, and delivery of Security Risk Assessments (SRAs), site audits, and physical security assessments across metropolitan and regional sites.

• Identify threats, vulnerabilities, and control gaps, providing expert recommendations aligned with ISO 31000, PSPF, and organisational policies.

• Develop, maintain, and implement Site Security Plans balancing safety, inclusion, accessibility, and security considerations.

• Maintain a national site risk register, tracking treatment owners, due dates, and residual risk status with timely escalation of high-risk issues.

Technical Security Expertise

• Provide authoritative advice on electronic security systems including access control, alarms, CCTV, electronic key management, duress/intercom systems, and related network or infrastructure dependencies.

• Create and implement a national testing and assurance regime to validate physical security controls.

• Prepare written reports providing assurance that security installations and upgrades comply with PSPF, ASIO-T4 guidance, SCEC certification pathways, and internal specifications.

Operational Capability, Documentation & Policy

• Develop, maintain, and promote security guides, procedures, templates, and operational artefacts to support consistent risk-informed mitigation practices.

• Review and uplift existing security policy and documentation to reflect emerging threats, new technologies, and service delivery needs.

• Contribute expert advice to security incident reviews to strengthen organisational learning and system improvements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal teams including Property, ICT, People Services, Personnel Security, Incident Management, and Regional Operations.

• Coordinate with external providers, consultants, integrators, and contractors to ensure compliance with government security requirements and value for money.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in physical, technical, or protective security within government, corporate, infrastructure, or regulated industries.

• Proven ability to conduct Security Risk Assessments, audits, and physical security reviews aligned with contemporary and Government security frameworks.

• Experience developing security plans, risk documentation, technical specifications, or operational procedures.

• Strong knowledge of electronic security technology systems and integration considerations.

• Ability to lead complex work programs, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes with limited supervision.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing assurance and certification reports.

• Demonstrated ability to confirm security installations comply with Australian Government Security Frameworks, including the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).

Contract Details

• Location: Sydney, NSW

• Duration: 12-month contract (with possible extension)

• Rate: $602.55/day + Super

• Work Hours: Full-Time, 8:30am – 5:00pm

• Australian Citizenship: Mandatory

How to Apply

📩 Send your resume to priya.gabriel@talentinternational.com
⏰ Applications close Wednesday, 4th February 2026

Our Financial Services client is seeking a skilled Risk Modelling Analyst to join their team on an initial 6 month contract. This role is based in the Sydney CBD and will require 2-3 days in the office.

The Risk Modelling Analyst will join a significant program of work which is a high priority for the client. The successful candidate must posses skills in SQL, SAS, Excel and Risk Modelling or Model Development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, monitoring and ongoing performance assessment of credit risk models
• Analyse model performance and stability across portfolios
• Contribute to model enhancements aligned to evolving credit risk frameworks and regulatory requirements
• Work with large and complex data sets to produce insights that support risk decision-making

Experience Required

• Financial Services experience (Big 4 Banking experience highly regarded).
• Advanced data and analytical capability, including:
• SQL
• SAS
• Excel
• Proven experience in credit risk modelling, model development or model monitoring
• Strong understanding of credit risk concepts including:
• PD, LGD, EAD
• IFRS 9
• Credit risk frameworks and model lifecycle management

If this is of interest, please apply now. For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Josh.costigan@talentinternational.com

EL1 Technical Security Risk Advisor | Canberra ACT | Contract Duration: ASAP until December 2026

As an EL1 Technical Security Risk Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the security landscape across various sites in Australia. You will lead comprehensive Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and audits, ensuring the safety and security of our operations. Your expertise will guide the development of robust security plans while fostering effective stakeholder relationships. Join us as we strive to enhance operational security and protect our assets!

About the Client
Our client is a prominent government agency focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of the community through effective risk management and compliance. They are dedicated to improving security processes within various sectors, providing a dynamic and inclusive workplace that emphasises collaboration and innovation.

About the Role
In this role, you will lead the planning and delivery of Security Risk Assessments across multiple sites, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing improvements aligned with best practices. You will establish a national site risk register, ensure compliance with security frameworks, and develop tailored security plans that encompass safety and accessibility considerations. Your technical expertise will guide the implementation of state-of-the-art security systems and operational policies, improving overall security readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Security Risk Assessments, audits, and physical security reviews.
• Develop and maintain Site Security Plans addressing safety and security.
• Provide technical advice on security systems, including access control, CCTV, and alarms.
• Establish a national site risk register with timely updates on risk statuses.
• Create and implement testing regimes to ensure security efficacy.
• Oversee collaboration with internal and external teams to enhance security operations.
• Review and update security policies reflecting emerging risks and technologies.
• Contribute to security incident evaluations for continuous improvement.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in physical and technical security within regulated environments.
• Proven track record in conducting Security Risk Assessments and audits.
• Expertise in developing security documentation and operational procedures.
• Strong understanding of electronic security systems and infrastructure.
• Ability to manage complex projects and deliver high-quality results autonomously.
• Excellent communication skills with experience in preparing assurance reports.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or professional accreditation in security or risk management.

Eligibility/Other Requirements

• Work Rights: Australian citizens only.
• Pre-employment Checks: Police check, references, WWCC (if applicable).
• Security Clearance: Baseline clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain).

How to Apply
Submit your application to Connie at Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” with:

• A current CV
• A statement of capability
• Your work rights status
• Two referees’ contact details

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EL1 Specialist Advisor Employment Suitability and Workforce Integrity | Location: Canberra ACT

Elevate your career by becoming a key player as an EL1 Specialist Advisor, Employment Suitability and Workforce Integrity. In this vital role, you will lead the development and implementation of contemporary frameworks that ensure the integrity and suitability of our workforce. Your expertise will guide significant policy decisions, making a lasting impact on the organisation’s approach to employee vetting and ongoing monitoring.

About the Client
Our client is a prominent government agency committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace. With a strong focus on enhancing community services, this agency plays a critical role in shaping policies that impact individuals nationwide. They prioritise workforce integrity and offer competitive benefits while maintaining a collaborative, proactive organisational culture.

About the Role
As the EL1 Specialist Advisor, you will spearhead efforts to develop a robust employee suitability framework that spans the entirety of the employment lifecycle. Your role will encompass advisement on potential workforce risks, enhancement of pre-employment screening processes, and ongoing monitoring of employee suitability. You’ll collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring best practices and integrity standards are seamlessly integrated into recruitment and workforce management processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of employee suitability frameworks.
• Provide expert analysis and guidance on workforce suitability and risk-based controls.
• Strengthen pre-employment screening processes to mitigate potential risks.
• Develop ongoing suitability assessment approaches for the workforce.
• Work collaboratively with business areas on suitability considerations and compliance.
• Maintain and update policies, procedures, and guidance materials.
• Engage with stakeholders and prepare high-quality reports, advice, and briefings.
• Mentor staff and promote integrity awareness across all levels of the organisation.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in personnel security, suitability assessment, or related integrity roles.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex personal information against defined standards.
• Strong analytical and written communication skills, especially in formal documentation.
• Experience leading governance processes and integrity programs.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience in personnel security or integrity-related fields.

Eligibility/Other Requirements

• Work Rights: Australian citizens only.
• Pre-employment Checks: Police check, references, WWCC (if required).
• Security Clearance: Baseline clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain).

Submit your application to Connie at Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button with:

• A current CV
• A statement of capability
• Your work rights status
• Two referees’ contact details

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Talent have been engaged by our leading Banking client in their search for an Executive Manager in Financial Crime. This is a 12 Month Daily Rate contract based in the Sydney CBD with 2-3 days in the office.

The Executive Manager will work on a significant Financial Crime program of work and be responsible for consolidating all aspects of Financial Crime into a unified, end to end framework. The objective of this role is to assess the current state of the business, define and build a Target Operating Model which looks across all facets of the customer lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build a Target Operating Model for all aspects of customer lifecycle: CDD, Transaction monitoring, sanctions and customer lifecycle.
• Provide expert input on financial crime processes, ensuring alignment to risk standards and target state objectives.
• Establish a framework to dynamically assess, update, and downgrade customer risk, moving beyond binary risk outcomes.
• Work closely with Senior Stakeholders on financial crime risk, controls, and compliance.

Experience Required:

• Executive Management or equivalent experience in Financial Crime (AML, KYC). Financial Services experience is a must.
• Experienced leading complex programs of work, Target operating model design and delivering transformation outcomes.
• A strong understanding of Dynamic customer risk assessment
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• AI or Machine Learning experience (Nice to have).

If you are interested, please apply now. For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Josh.costigan@talentinternational.com

Our client is looking for a Senior Risk Manager to join with their team (of 3). The Senior Risk Manager – Transformation & Project Risk is a senior, hands-on role, designed for an experienced risk professional who thrives in complex, fast-moving transformation environments. This is a non-BAU, non-control-based role focused on driving better risk outcomes across large-scale initiatives rather than owning a single risk domain.

The role partners closely with senior leaders and delivery teams and engages regularly with executive-level steering committees. You will take a portfolio-level view of transformation risk, assessing where the organisation is today, where it needs to be, and how to achieve incremental, practical improvements in delivery and risk maturity.

Responsibilities

• Provide risk oversight across a portfolio of large, complex Consumer Banking transformation initiatives

• Partner closely with transformation and delivery teams to assess current-state risk maturity, identify issues, and define pragmatic future-state improvements

• Support and contribute to an enterprise-wide qualitative review focused on:

  • Improving delivery cadence and execution effectiveness

  • Strengthening how risk is identified, managed, and escalated across the transformation portfolio

  • Driving incremental, practical improvements rather than large-scale framework redesign

• Build a deep understanding of delivery environments by engaging directly with teams and understanding real execution challenges

• Influence and manage upwards, confidently engaging senior leaders and executive stakeholders through clear insight and practical recommendations

Requirements

• Proven experience operating in large-scale, complex transformation or project environments – A MUST

• Strong background in transformation risk and/or project risk – A MUST

• Experience in risk advisory or enterprise review-style roles

• Solid understanding of risk and controls, without operating as a day-to-day controls practitioner

• Ability to operate effectively across all levels, from delivery teams to executive and SteerCo forums

• Hands-on, curious, and pragmatic, building trust through engagement rather than process

• Passionate about improving outcomes and delivery capability, not just documenting issues.

If you think you have the above skills and experiences, click the ‘Apply’ button or send your resume to alex.nguyen@talentinternational.com

Our client is seeking a Senior Quantitative Analyst with strong Market Risk Model & C++ experienceexperience to join their project team on an initial 12-month contract. This role will focus on the development, validation, enhancement, and support of market risk models used across trading and risk management functions.

The successful candidate will work closely with Risk, Front Office, Technology, and Model Governance teams to ensure market risk models are robust, compliant, and aligned with regulatory and business requirements.

This role will start in late Feb 2026.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain market risk models, including VaR, Stressed VaR, Expected Shortfall, sensitivities, and stress testing frameworks.
• Perform model validation, back-testing, benchmarking, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Analyse market data, model assumptions, and limitations to ensure models remain fit for purpose.
• Support regulatory and internal model reviews, including documentation, audit responses, and remediation activities.
• Collaborate with trading desks, risk managers, and technology teams to implement model changes and improvements.
• Provide expert quantitative input into risk methodologies, capital calculations, and scenario analysis.
• Produce clear, concise documentation and present findings to senior stakeholders and governance forums.
• Assist with incident investigations and remediation related to model or data issues.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantitative Analyst within Market Risk (A MUST)
• Strong hands-on experience with market risk models (e.g., VaR, Expected Shortfall, stress testing).
• Solid understanding of financial instruments across equities, fixed income, FX, and derivatives.
• Experience with model validation, back-testing, and governance processes.
• Strong programming skills in C++ (A MUST)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a contract role while collaborating effectively with multiple stakeholders.

• Degree (or higher) in Mathematics, Statistics, Quantitative Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification (e.g., MSc, PhD) or professional certifications (FRM, CFA) highly regarded.

If you think you have the above skills and experiences, click the ‘Apply’ button or send your resume to alex.nguyen@talentinternational.com