Risk & External Reporting Manager

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Summerset seeks an experienced Risk and External Reporting Manager to lead enterprise risk management and external reporting, reporting to the General Counsel with a strong partnership to the Board and ARC. Locations Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch. You’ll elevate risk maturity, oversee the ERM software, manage internal audit, and monitor NZ and Australian regulatory changes including climate and modern slavery laws, while leading climate reporting. You bring extensive risk experience, pragmatic stakeholder engagement and a strategic mindset. How to apply: tailor your CV to highlight ERM leadership, board interactions, ESG reporting and internal audit oversight; quantify impact, apply early before February 14, and show commitment to diversity and continuous improvement.

Company Description

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents. 

About the role 

We’re looking for an experienced Risk & External Reporting Manager to lead our enterprise risk management function and our non-financial external reporting across the Group. 

Reporting to the General Counsel, this role works closely with our Board, Audit & Risk Committee (ARC), and Executive Leadership Team to champion a strong risk culture, drive risk maturity, and ensure Summerset meets evolving governance and reporting requirements. 

This is a role with organisation wide influence—ideal for someone who thrives on complex problem solving, strategic thinking, and high level stakeholder engagement. 

This role can be based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and enhance Summerset’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework 
• Drive risk maturity and ensure risk processes support Summerset’s strategic goals 
• Oversee implementation and use of Summerset’s ERM software platform 
• Develop and deliver risk updates, deep dives and papers to the ARC 
• Ensure risk methodologies, policies, and frameworks remain fit for purpose 
• Manage Summerset’s Internal Audit Programme, including third-party internal auditors 
• Report on internal controls, governance, compliance issues and audit outcomes 
• Oversee climate and ESG risk monitoring and reporting, including preparing Summerset’s annual climate-related disclosures 
• Monitor regulatory changes in NZ and Australia, including climate and modern slavery legislation 
• Chair Summerset’s modern slavery working group and prepare the annual Modern Slavery Statement 
• Lead all non-financial external reporting 

About You 

You are a senior risk professional with strong judgement, analytical capability, and the confidence to partner with senior leaders and the Board. You bring a pragmatic, solutions focused style and thrive in environments with diverse challenges and high organisational impact. 

You will also bring: 

• A relevant tertiary qualification 
• Significant experience in a senior risk management role 
• Experience working with Boards, Executive Teams and audit committees 
• Strong commercial acumen and a strategic mindset 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage complex workflows 
• A commitment to continuous improvement and building risk capability across the business 
• Experience with climate related reporting is desirable but not essential 

Why Summerset 

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and walks of life — you may not tick every box, and that’s okay. We value fresh perspectives and transferable skills, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive. 

Summerset is known for excellent benefits and a strong values based culture centred on care, teamwork, and striving for excellence. Some of the benefits you’ll enjoy include: 

• Flexible working arrangements 
• Southern Cross health insurance 
• Professional development and career progression opportunities 
• Birthday leave 

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on the 14th of February. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!