Johannes Pricken - Director Data Governance, Risk & Audit

With over 30 years of experience, Johannes is a distinguished Risk Management, Cybersecurity, and Governance Leader with a proven track record across global consulting firms and top-tier financial institutions. He excels at identifying and mitigating critical risks across business, data, and IT domains while aligning risk and governance strategies with organizational objectives.

Johannes' expertise spans the full spectrum of assurance, external / internal audit, and data governance, enabling organizations to strengthen internal controls, meet regulatory requirements, and foster a culture of resilience. His experience leading complex risk management initiatives in dynamic environments, combined with his collaborative and results-driven approach, makes him a trusted leader.

Key Capabilities and Strengths:

  • Strategic Leadership: Track record of mentoring global, cross-functional teams, driving enterprise-wide transformation, and delivering measurable results.

  • Consulting and Financial Services Experience: A unique international career mix spanning leadership roles at Deloitte, EY, and financial institutions such as Commonwealth Bank, Westpac, Rabobank, Allianz, AMP, SunCorp and Aon.

  • Audit and Assurance Expertise: Comprehensive experience in internal and external audit, risk assurance, and control reviews, delivering robust outcomes for global clients and major banks.

  • Cybersecurity and Data Governance: Proven ability to design and implement frameworks that safeguard digital assets, ensure data integrity, and improve organizational compliance.

  • Financial Crime and Risk Management: Broad expertise in financial crime prevention, internal controls, and enterprise risk strategies across regulated industries.

  • Project Management and Architecture: Proficient in enterprise architecture design and large-scale IT project assurance, ensuring alignment with governance and control standards.

Johannes’ depth of experience across audit, consulting, and leadership roles in major financial institutions positions him uniquely to tackle complex challenges with integrity and foresight. His ability to integrate governance, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies into enterprise strategy ensures organizations remain resilient, compliant, and future-ready.