This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
Explore all careersAn Enterprise Risk Manager identifies and analyses potential risks, helping organisations minimise negative impacts while using strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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In Australia, a full time Enterprise Risk Manager generally earns $2,880 per week ($149,760 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 50,500 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as an Enterprise Risk Manager. Enterprise Risk Managers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as an Enterprise Risk Manager, consider enrolling in a Graduate Certificate in Data and Cyber Management. This course will give you the skills to work on a range of security issues, with subjects including risk analysis, threat management and global cyber security. A Master of Business Administration (Data and Cyber Management) may also be appropriate.
An Enterprise Risk Manager helps an organisation avoid problematic issues through management of risk. You might identify potential issues and conduct a thorough risk analysis. Enterprise Risk Managers might help companies in the lead up to an identified risk to minimise negative impacts on business.
Enterprise Risk Managers should have strong observational skills and need to be excellent problem solvers. Attention to detail is important and you’ll need to have good analytical abilities. Enterprise Risk Managers must be good communicators and should be able to work well in a team environment.