Assurance Advisor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, with a turnover of $1.3bn, including research revenue of over $300m generated across six diverse faculties and two research institutes. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 45,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.

Our mission and values place strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking an Assurance Advisor to provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) support to the Manager Risk Office in the development and continuous improvement of the University’s assurance programme encompassing internal audit, unusual transaction analysis, fraud prevention & detection, whistleblower investigations, conflict of interest, and Audit and Risk Committee reporting.

You will work to continually develop, enhance and embed the University Assurance programme and build capability within the University community through below activities and more:

• Internal Audit:  develop and deliver the annual Internal Audit programme in conjunction with independent third-party provider
• Unusual Transaction Analysis:  design and deliver the non-finance Unusual Transaction Analysis (UTA) programme, and develop and enhance the overall UTA Programme Roadmap
• Fraud Prevention and Detection:  develop and facilitate the University Fraud Prevention and Detection programme
• Audit and Risk Committee Reporting:  prepare the relevant Assurance reports for University Audit and Risk Committee, including whistleblowing reporting for University Audit and Risk Committee

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

This is a 12 month fixed term contract. Salary range is $85,000-$101,000 plus benefits. 

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Risk Office is responsible for development and implementation of the University’s risk management framework, crisis and incident management processes, oversight of insurance and audit, and development of capability in the University’s risk and assurance community.

He kōrero mōu | About you

We are seeking someone with 3 to 5 years’ post graduate experience (assurance, business processes, risk, compliance). It is essential that you have a relevant tertiary qualification and a finance background. 

You will thrive in this role if you understand the tertiary education sector or have research and innovation experience. Your ability to engage and develop capability with stakeholders across different levels will make your application stand out.

Preferred experience and knowledge:

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio
• Excellent communication skills. Written and oral.
• Stakeholder management
• Excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated and comfortable self-managing
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex process and policies

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

We offer you more than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world-class educational institution.

We proudly provide an environment that will enable you and rewards hard work. We provide benefits and support throughout your career to help you develop and grow.

We are committed to providing a supportive working environment through:

• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks of annual leave. With the option to buy and sell additional leave.
• Flexible employment practices. Including partial working from home and adaptive working hours.
• A generous and inclusive parental leave policy.

In addition, we offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, on-site childcare options, leisure and recreation facilities, and a number of other discounted products and services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Hear more about making Worlds of Difference in your career at the University, our partnership with Māori, our Te Ao Māori principles, our impact, our staff and life in Auckland on our careers website

Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply 

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Wednesday 6th August 2025 to be considered.

Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz