Head of Risk

2 weeks ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Tribe Recruitment Full time

Compliance & Risk (Banking & Financial Services)

About the Company:

Bluecurrent, who are jointly owned by Vector in New Zealand and Queensland Investment Corporation in Australia, stands at the forefront of the utility metering business.

Operating across the electricity and gas sectors, Bluecurrent is committed to pioneering advancements in energy metering technologies. With a focus on developing their own standalone systems to elevate data-centric operations, Bluecurrent aims to redefine industry standards, ensuring reliability and efficiency in energy consumption monitoring.

About the Role:

The Head of Risk & Assurance role is a cornerstone in the foundation of the company's operational integrity. Tasked with supporting the General Counsel, this role assumes the lead in shaping and refining Bluecurrent's risk management and assurance frameworks. It involves architecting comprehensive risk management processes from the ground up, establishing key performance indicators, and strengthening internal controls to uphold compliance standards and optimise operational effectiveness.

The role has one direct report (based in Wellington) who is looking for leadership expertise and risk partnership to get the work done.

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • A strong background in operational risk management, preferably within the utilities sector (although other complex industries considered).
  • A postgraduate qualification, coupled with 5-8 years of hands-on experience in navigating the landscapes of medium to large corporate environments, is essential.
  • Proven track record in project management within risk and assurance and leading internal audits
Beyond qualifications, the role demands innate leadership acumen, strong communication, and a flair for influencing decision-makers.

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To find out more, please get in touch with Brad Gatehouse on or Sarah White on for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.

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