Manager, Risk Assurance

Bring your energy and expertise to Australian Retirement Trust, where you’ll lead bold risk assurance initiatives and inspire a team to deliver real impact. If you love turning challenges into opportunities and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment—this is your chance to shine Why join us? You'll get 14% super as standard, to help your future come alive. Unleash your potential and build a career to be proud of through excellent training and development opportunities. Balance your work between in-person days at our purpose-built hubs and working from home. In the office, enjoy end of trip facilities, a yoga and multi-faith room, parent and carer rooms, quiet rooms, BrewHub coffee facilities, and collaborative team spaces. About the role Are you ready to lead a team that’s passionate about risk assurance and making a real impact? As Manager, Risk Assurance at Australian Retirement Trust, you’ll play a key role in shaping our risk management frameworks and delivering independent, evidence-based insights to senior leaders. You’ll collaborate across the business, drive continuous improvement, and ensure we stay ahead of regulatory expectations in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Join us and bring your fresh ideas to a role where your expertise will help us build a safer, stronger future for our members. Key aspects of the role include: Lead the design and delivery of Line 2 risk assurance activities across operational and enterprise risks Provide independent oversight and objective assurance over ART’s risk management frameworks Develop and maintain risk-based assurance plans and methodologies Coordinate and oversee control testing for operational, technology, cyber, third-party, and compliance risks Prepare high-quality assurance reports and insights for senior executives and Board Committees Monitor and report on remediation of control deficiencies and risk issues Build and maintain strong relationships with business units, control owners, and risk specialists Partner with Internal Audit to optimise coverage and minimise duplication Lead, coach, and develop a team of risk assurance professionals Foster a culture of integrity, objectivity, and continuous improvement across the risk function This role is a permanent opportunity based in Brisbane, Sydney, or Melbourne About you It goes without saying you'll be a great communicator with top notch interpersonal skills. We'll also expect you to pick up problems and come up with quick, creative ways to solve them. It's quite likely you tick some of the following boxes too:   Extensive experience in APRA-regulated entities, ideally within superannuation or financial services Deep understanding of prudential standards and regulatory assurance requirements (e.g., SPS 220, CPS 230, CPS 234) Proven ability to design and implement comprehensive assurance programs and control testing methodologies Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing high-performing teams Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities Advanced analytical skills for evaluating complex control environments and identifying systemic risks Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including presenting assurance findings to senior executives and boards Proficiency in data analysis techniques and tools to support evidence-based assurance conclusions Change management experience, with a track record of transforming assurance functions and implementing new methodologies Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Accounting, Risk, Audit, or related discipline; professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, CPA) highly regarded About us Our 2.4 million members trust us to take care of over $330 billion in retirement savings. And we help them take charge of their finances and face the future with confidence. Our inclusive culture means you’ll be valued and heard in a respectful workplace. We've created an environment where you can be yourself and do amazing work. It's that simple. Apply online now Everyone is welcome to apply. We value diverse thinking, cultures, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities. Awaken your career at Australian Retirement Trust and apply now. Applications close 7th December 2025 We don’t want to leave you with a monstrous wait. So, you’ll hear from us after the closing date to find out whether you’ve made it through to the next round or not. Being fair and up-front is important to us – and recruitment is no different.