Associate Director, Second Line Controls

Drive the evolution of Zip’s control environment across ANZ using your deep expertise in controls assurance, audit, risk management and internal controls frameworks

Partner with senior leaders to strengthen governance, enhance assurance and support sustainable growth in a fast-moving fintech

Hybrid working model based in our Sydney office

Zipsters work on a broad range of initiatives, and our skills and experiences all look a little different. What really matters to us is that you’re a great fit with our four Values, and have a desire to learn and grow.
8+ years of experience in audit, controls assurance, operational risk or second line risk roles within a listed, regulated or high-growth financial services environment
Proven experience leading complex assurance programs or enterprise-wide controls initiatives from strategy through to delivery
Strong knowledge of internal controls frameworks including COSO, SOX 404 equivalent frameworks and corporate governance principles
Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility with senior leaders across the business
Experience presenting control insights, assurance outcomes and recommendations to executive and senior management audiences
Strong project management and execution capabilities, with a track record of delivering outcomes in complex environments
Experience working with governance, risk and compliance platforms such as Protecht or ServiceNow
CA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification is highly regarded
Demonstrated ability to operate independently, exercise sound judgement and drive initiatives forward with minimal direction
A mindset that embraces AI and new tools to adapt, learn and grow.
An aptitude for identifying and managing risks. Whether you are a People Manager or an Individual Contributor, we are all leaders at Zip, therefore effective risk management is important to how we run our business and part of all our roles.
Our values in your DNA. Customer First, Own It, Stronger Together and Change the Game.

As we write this next exciting chapter in our story, we will continue to move at pace and embrace change. For you, this might mean opportunities to learn new skills with hands-on experience, broader responsibilities, or the buzz of seeing your work impact customers faster.
Zip is a place where you’ll get out exactly what you put in. When you join the team, we'll do our best to make sure you can be yourself and surround yourself with smart, friendly colleagues and leaders who have your back, so that you can make the big things happen.
Zipsters tell us these are just some of the best things about working here. You’ll also receive:
25 days paid leave annually, including birthday leave and quarterly wellbeing days
16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers, and 4 weeks for supporting carers
Family support policies including miscarriage bereavement leave and domestic violence leave
Mental health and wellness initiatives, including $299 annual wellbeing allowance, free access for you and family members to our Wellbeing platform Sonder, discounted private health insurance, and great rates on fitness sessions through ClassPass
2 days paid volunteering leave, 2 days study leave and 2 days religious or cultural leave per year
Fee-free Zip products, and discounts with Zip merchant partners (AU)
Team social events, epic offices, free breakfast daily, and weekly free lunches (Sydney and Melbourne)
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