For three decades, The Star Sydney has been a local landmark, deeply ingrained in Pyrmont and Darling Harbour. Committed to our communities, we strive to create fun in trusted destinations as Australia's premier entertainment hub. The Darling, and state-of-the-art venues including The Star Event Centre and The Lyric Theatre have hosted prestigious events and international acts. With extraordinary dining options, including Sokyo, BLACK Bar and Grill, Cucina Porto and our vibrant Sports Bar where the action is live and loud, we are dedicated to delivering the ultimate entertainment, hospitality, and dining experiences for all.

The Senior Risk and Controls Analyst, reporting to the Risk and Controls Lead, plays a key role in supporting business operations as a first-line risk and compliance specialist. This position is responsible for ensuring operational risks are effectively identified, assessed, and managed, while helping The Star Sydney meet its regulatory obligations.

This is a fantastic opportunity where you can put your skills and knowledge to the test to deliver a thrilling new era for our Risk and Compliance department.

A few of your responsibilities:

• Partner with leaders to identify, assess, and manage risks in line with frameworks, policies, and SOPs
• Analyse and report on residual risk, trends, incidents, and breaches to inform decisions
• Assess and mitigate operational risks, including gaming, AML/CTF, and Safer Gambling obligations
• Support compliance implementation aligned with state and federal regulations
• Improve control effectiveness through testing and reviews to ensure policy compliance

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, law, business, or related field (preferred)
• 5+ years’ experience in risk, compliance, audit, or licensed gaming roles
• Knowledge of ICMs, SOPs, and risk governance frameworks
• Skilled in risk assessment, control testing, and compliance monitoring

About you:

You’re a strategic thinker with a passion for risk management and compliance. You thrive in dynamic environments and have the confidence to influence stakeholders while ensuring operational integrity.

You’re proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and risk management.

What we can offer you:

• Complimentary meal on site every day including hot meals, sandwich bar and more
• Discounted parking + other transport options
• Up to 30% discounts across award winning restaurants and accommodation
• Career development, training, and courses via The Star Academy – limitless career opportunities
• An organisation that values diversity, teamwork and being your best self
• Lifestyle discounts including gym memberships, retail discounts and dry-cleaning services
• Paid Parental leave from Day 1, Secondary Carer’s leave also on offer

Please be aware that eligibility checks are required as part of the recruitment process and ongoing employment for this position.

Our culture

At The Star, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that we know will contribute to exceptional experiences for our guests, a great place to work for our team members and positive outcomes for our communities. We believe in authenticity that embodies our Company values = Build Memorable Connections, Own It, Lead with Integrity, and Take Good Care.

We welcome applications from all cultures, ages, religions, genders, LGBTQI+ people, Australia’s First Nations Peoples, and people with disabilities. We recognise the distinctive challenges that trans and gender-diverse applicants may encounter during the recruitment process. We offer a range of flexible working options for team members to find a balance between work and life that’s right for them and their unique well-being needs.

The Star was awarded WGEA Employer of Citation for Gender Equality (2022-24) and has been recognised as a 2024 GOLD Employer by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), which evaluates LGBTQI+ inclusiveness in the workplace.

It’s your time to SHINE! 

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