As an AI Risk and Controls Senior Manager, you will report into the Controls Director, to support the delivery of a firm-wide AI risk framework and governance model by designing and implementing traceable technology, security, and data controls aligned to risk, policy, and ethical standards. The role will assess existing controls against the Responsible AI framework, identify gaps, and lead control uplift initiatives.

Why PwC?

At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You'll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential. Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we're building trust and shaping the future.

What you'll do:

• Deliver the development, documentation, approval, implementation, and testing of the firm's Technology, Security, and Data Controls in the context of Responsible AI.
• Ensure controls and testing practices and procedures are implemented and conducted in accordance with the Controls Assurance Framework, and Responsible AI framework.
• Deliver the evaluation of current design and operational effectiveness of internal controls.
• Review current controls and identify gaps related to AI policy, responsible AI framework, and current risk taxonomy.
• Engage with control owners to identify and raise gaps.
• Provide recommend improvements to strengthen the control environment.
• Deliver controls uplift with broader team.
• Escalate and report on risks, control weaknesses, incidents, and issues that remain unmitigated or outside of risk appetite.
• Align with the Quality Management for Service Excellence Assurance (Objective 11 'Technological Resources') which supports from a technological risk and IT controls operation perspective.

What we're looking for:

• Extensive experience in risk management and IT governance.
• Expert in IT risk, governance, and control frameworks.
• Comprehensive understanding of internal audit and risk assessment processes.
• Ability to solve complex firm/global problems.
• Effective and meaningful reporting skills.
• Keep abreast with industry trends.

What you'll gain:

• Leadership development programs and executive coaching designed to help you inspire teams and accelerate your career growth.
• A world-class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life.
• Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work—balancing what's best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together.
• Being part of a community united by purpose, delivering impact that reaches clients, communities, and the future you're shaping.

We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here.

This role is being offered as a 9-month max term contract.

Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as a Senior Manager and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future.

We're committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role.

No agencies please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals.