Principal Risk Business Partner

• Drive strategic risk decisions in an evolving, fast-paced energy industry. 
• Influence risk culture and partner with senior leaders to create real impact. 
• Permanent position | Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney CBD based

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the role 

If you are enthusiastic about collaborating with business leaders to drive effective risk management and excel in a dynamic environment where your insights influence strategic and operational decisions, this opportunity may be ideal for you. 

We are pleased to announce a new opening within our Risk & Assurance team for a Principal Risk Business Partner. In this Origin-wide role, you will work with our Business Units, including Retail and Zero, offering expert risk advice, governance, and insights. Reporting to the Head of Risk Business Partnership, you will play a crucial role in embedding the Risk Management Framework, influencing decision-making processes, and ensuring effective risk management practices. You will be required to collaborate with stakeholders across the business to address gaps, identify risks, and enhance resilience.  

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Partner with Business Units / Functions to embed a risk mindset and support effective decision-making. 

• As a trusted advisor, you will contribute to shaping the risk culture and driving continuous improvement. 

• Conduct risk assessments, provide governance support, and enable insights to stakeholders. 

• Identify, assess, and help manage risks in a dynamic and evolving environment. 

• Coach and train teams on risk management principles and frameworks. 

• Influence risk culture by sharing best practices and fostering collaboration. 

• Adapt and respond to changes in business priorities with agility and flexibility. 

What will you bring?  

This role needs a strategic thinker with strong stakeholder management skills, the ability to influence change, and a collaborative mindset. You must have excellent analytical skills to identify and assess risks (ISO 31000 framework preferred) and commercial acumen to translate complex risk concepts into actionable insights. Requisites for the role include: 

• 5+ years’ experience in a senior risk advisory role. 

• Background in energy customer or growth focused environments is highly valued. 

• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal. 

So why join us? 

• 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options. 
• Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth. 
• Enjoy a central CBD location with access to parking and public transport. 
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually. 
• Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community. 
• Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee. 
• Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

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