Teneo is actively integrating AI to drive continuous improvement and practice uplift within its insolvency operations. The firm aims to enhance overall efficiency, consistency, and user experience by leveraging AI tools alongside its core insolvency practice software. The Associate Director/Director will play a critical role in this transition by facilitating the development and adoption of these new technologies. This includes overseeing the integration of AI-driven solutions into existing workflows, as well as developing the necessary documentation and training programs to ensure practitioners can effectively utilize these tools. By championing these innovations, the firm seeks to modernize its approach to insolvency management and improve the delivery of high-quality advisory services.

Success in this Quality & Risk Management role hinges on deep technical insolvency expertise, specifically across all Australian corporate insolvency procedures. Proficiency in practice management software—ideally Turnkey IPS or IPS Cloud—is essential for driving system adoption and efficiency. Candidates must possess strong technical writing skills to translate complex legal and regulatory updates into practical, actionable guidance for engagement teams. Furthermore, experience managing internal and external quality assurance reviews is vital. The role requires the ability to develop and maintain robust precedents and checklists while acting as a trusted technical advisor to senior stakeholders. Finally, an aptitude for training delivery and regulatory navigation ensures the firm maintains high standards of compliance and technical excellence.

Evolving regulatory trends are significantly transforming insolvency practices, moving beyond traditional compliance toward a model of technical excellence and systematic rigor. As seen at Teneo, firms are increasingly prioritizing the development of robust internal governance, standardized documentation, and precise quality assurance frameworks to keep pace with complex legislative changes.

Modern practice now requires the integration of sophisticated insolvency software—acting as a "single source of truth"—and the strategic adoption of AI tools to enhance operational efficiency. Furthermore, firms are shifting toward proactive risk management, utilizing dedicated technical experts to provide real-time guidance. This evolution reflects an industry-wide commitment to professional consistency, heightened accountability, and the seamless alignment of local operations with rigorous global standards.

This role is central to Teneo’s AU/NZ growth and quality strategy by professionalizing technical excellence and operational consistency. As a senior advisor, you will bridge the gap between complex insolvency regulations and practical application, ensuring engagement teams operate with high technical standards and mitigated risk. By overseeing the adoption of insolvency practice software and spearheading quality assurance frameworks, you directly enhance operational efficiency and professional credibility. Furthermore, by managing regulatory compliance and training programs, you empower the practice to handle complex, high-stakes engagements with confidence. This governance-focused leadership ensures that Teneo’s local practices remain scalable, compliant, and highly competitive, positioning the firm to deliver superior advisory outcomes for its global client base.

The local Australian and New Zealand (AU/NZ) team collaborates with Teneo’s Global Quality & Risk Management (QRM) framework by actively aligning regional operations with firm-wide quality standards. This is achieved through a partnership where the local Associate Director/Director develops and adapts policies and procedures to ensure they remain practical, proportionate, and globally consistent.

The role acts as a primary liaison, facilitating the implementation of local quality assurance programs and managing regulatory enquiries. By coordinating with the Global Financial Advisory Chief Risk Officer and the Global L&D team, the local lead ensures that technical guidance, internal training programs, and practice management initiatives reflect global benchmarks while maintaining the specific technical rigour required for regional insolvency practices.