Rachael Denniss is an experienced risk management professional currently serving as Risk Manager at the University of Newcastle since September 2021. Prior to this role, Rachael worked as a Consultant at PwC for a short period in 2021. Rachael's previous positions include Risk and Compliance Manager at Pacific International Insurance Pty Ltd, and Senior Manager Operational Risk & Compliance at Greater Bank, where responsibilities included operational risk management and compliance oversight. Rachael's career also encompasses significant roles at nib health funds, where Rachael held various managerial positions focused on governance, risk, compliance systems, and change management. Rachael Denniss holds a Graduate Diploma of Management from Federation University Australia, along with a Certificate of Permaculture Design and has a background in acting studies and education from prestigious institutions.