As former National Head of Grant Thornton Consulting's Business Risk practice, I worked extensively with my clients to help them identify and assess their strategic and operational risks; determine their risk appetite; review and update their Assurance Maps, and review and prepare their Risk Management Frameworks and Policies. I also provided practical and pragmatic advice on the design and/or operating effectiveness of their internal controls for managing or mitigating those risks that… Show more As former National Head of Grant Thornton Consulting's Business Risk practice, I worked extensively with my clients to help them identify and assess their strategic and operational risks; determine their risk appetite; review and update their Assurance Maps, and review and prepare their Risk Management Frameworks and Policies. I also provided practical and pragmatic advice on the design and/or operating effectiveness of their internal controls for managing or mitigating those risks that might prevent them achieving their strategic growth ambitions.I was the Lead Partner that provided the fully outsourced or co-sourced Internal Audit service for a number of clients including ADIs; Foreign Branch ADIs; General and Private Health Insurers; Payment System providers; listed Healthcare and Aged Care providers; Not-for-Profits; Commonwealth and State Government Departments and Agencies; Local Councils and Universities.In addition to the provision of Risk Management advice and Internal Audit services, I led a significant number of Controls Assurance engagements; Legislative and Regulatory Compliance reviews and delivered SOX compliance and rationalisation advice. I also advised my clients and delivered training on Governance; conducted peer reviews of Internal Audit functions and worked closely with them to identify solutions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations and business processes. Show less