Job Description At AustralianSuper, we truly care about our colleagues. We know work and life are intertwined. That's why we support the diverse needs of everyone and have policies that enable us all to thrive and be truly flexible. We ensure diversity is celebrated for the opportunity it provides us all to learn and grow, and deliver better outcomes for members. Make a difference delivering outcomes for our millions of members Drive a risk training and culture uplift within Strategy & Corporate Affairs 12 month contract based in Melbourne Your new role Reporting to the Senior Manager, Governance, Risk & Accountability, the Senior Risk Analyst is a key member of AustralianSuper's Strategy & Corporate Affairs team, and broader Risk community across the Fund.This 1st line role is responsible for operationalising the Three Lines of Accountability within Strategy & Corporate Affairs; supporting the delivery of the Financial Accountability Regime (FAR); and ensuring the Strategy & Corporate Affairs group meet their 1st line risk management, audit and assurance obligations.This position is also responsible for role modelling and driving a sound risk culture across the Strategy & Corporate Affairs group and with key stakeholders.This role requires significant influence and collaboration skills, as the successful candidate will work in partnership with all functions of Strategy & Corporate Affairs, Group Risk and other 1st line functions across the Fund to achieve the desired outcomes. They will also work with other key stakeholders, including Board Sub-Committees, internal and external Auditors and 3rd party partners/suppliers, where required.This role is crucial in assisting the business to excel in fundamental practices, ensuring stakeholder quality self-assessment and Line 1 testing, and enhancing awareness and training for risk and control owners. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in making the business more independent, structured, and robust in risk practices in the long term. A bonus would be a candidate with obligation management skills.This is a 12 month contract role based in our Melbourne office.Key responsibilities include: Developing and implementing risk training programs and awareness campaigns Collaborating with the three lines of accountability to meet annual assurance requirements, this includes designing, delivering, and coordinating control assurance plans amongst three lines Implementing strong risk controls on processes, policies and systems to ensure breaches are limited Conducting gap analysis and recommending opportunities for control improvement and uplift Facilitating and coordinating risk workshops and consultations Preparing comprehensive risk assessments and draft recommendations Ensuring risk profiles are consistently reviewed and updated Facilitating regular risk reporting and ensuring timely communication of monitoring programs Assisting in the provision of reporting requirements for various functions including e.g. S&CA Leadership, Executive team, Board Committees and the Board on relevant short and long-term trends, performance and specific projects, risks, opportunities and challenges Working with colleagues across Strategy & Corporate Affairs, monitoring and overseeing completion of open incidents in GRC by assigned owners including root cause analysis and any control weaknesses Facilitating obligation management, including change considerations, control mapping, and periodical preliminary assessments. What you'll need: Several years' experience in risk management and/or regulatory compliance, ideally working in the Superannuation industry, or at least Financial Services Proven ability to contribute to strategic initiatives Strong knowledge of risk and compliance frameworks Strong communication/presentation/reporting skills and ability to influence Strong reporting, analytical skills and attention to detail An ability to analyse trends, diagnose problems and issues and then recommend actions dealing with underlying root causes Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and prioritise work accordingly Experience in developing relationships with key stakeholders from a variety of levels Experience working with government representatives and/or regulators desirable Tertiary qualification in financial services, superannuation and risk management Undertaking post graduate studies or industry-based accreditation an advantage. Life at AustralianSuper AustralianSuper is committed to colleague development, and we support our people with ongoing learning, coaching and training, as well as career opportunities across our expanding global organisation. We offer generous leave entitlements and promote a blended working environment in which all roles can flex, and we're happy to discuss what this looks like for you.We are committed to supporting our diverse workforce in a way that is inclusive and embraces diversity in all its forms. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let our recruitment team know.What's Next Apply now, if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes and would like the opportunity to work in a challenging, growing and rapidly evolving team to deliver outstanding results.Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required.Progress powered by purpose. #J-18808-Ljbffr