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About Cbus

Created by workers, for workers, Cbus Super is one of Australia’s most successful Superannuation funds. For almost four decades we’ve proudly represented those who help shape Australia, hard-working individuals who deserve to make the most of their retirement, no matter the industry. As an award-winning fund we’ve been recognised for the benefits provided to our members and our innovative investment approach. All while staying committed to our member first ethos as a proud Industry Fund.

About the role

The Head of Risk Advisory – Operations, Technology, People & Culture plays a pivotal role in ensuring that Cbus’ trustee and fund administration divisions operate within a robust risk and compliance framework.

Reporting to the Group Head of Risk Advisory, you will partner with Operations, Technology, (including Data and Cyber) and People & Culture teams to provide strategic, accurate and timely risk and compliance advice. You will also be responsible for overseeing risk registers, tolerance levels and compliance plans, and reviewing data trends and regulatory changes to ensure the business units remain aligned with Cbus’ risk appetite and obligations.

This role is critical to embedding a strong risk culture across Cbus, influencing senior leaders and stakeholders to adopt sound governance and compliance practices. By fostering maturity in risk management and supporting strategic initiatives, the Head of Risk Advisory helps safeguard the organisation’s integrity and operational resilience.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the Group Head of Risk Advisory in driving risk and compliance culture across Cbus by influencing executives and senior leaders
• Provide timely, strategic risk and compliance advice, overseeing risk registers, profiles and tolerance levels
• Build trusted relationships with business units, guiding and influencing stakeholders while supervising Risk Advisory team members
• Lead breach assessments, incident remediation and ensure compliance with regulatory obligations and change initiatives
• Prepare risk reporting for executive and board forums, contribute to internal audits and promote compliance through training and forums

What will you bring?

• Experience in a similar Head of Risk Advisory or similar Compliance related role ideally in Superannuation, Financial Services or related industry
• Proven ability to build trust and credibility across all levels and implement business partnerships within a Three Lines of Accountability model, supporting advice programs that meet both member and regulatory needs
• Strong working knowledge of financial services law and regulatory obligations, with experience delivering compliant member and employer communications
• Demonstrated success in leading high performing teams, translating strategic priorities into operational outcomes and driving continuous improvement
• An understanding of relevant technology risk related frameworks / standards e.g. CoBIT, NIST, ITIL, APRA standards (especially CPS234) and practical experience in assessing and mitigating technology risks would be beneficial
• A solid understanding of the current and emerging technology risk threat landscape including cybersecurity and data management. Technology risk management, assurance and governance certification such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP would be an advantage, but is not essential.

Belong at Cbus

We value difference, and embrace people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. We believe that, with diversity of perspectives and experiences, you get better teams and outcomes. We’re looking for people of all genders, races, nationalities, orientations and of all abilities to join us.

We’re keen to hear from you

If you've read through the requirements of this role and you feel like you haven’t fully met the criteria, we would still encourage you to apply. We're aware of accessibility barriers when it comes to applying for a job and we want to help. If you require assistance with your application, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team via careers@cbussuper.com.au

Like to know more about working with Cbus? Check out our website, cbussuper.com.au/careers

Applications Close: Thursday 6th November

This is a full-time position based in Melbourne

Agencies, please note: All Cbus vacancies are managed by our internal Talent Acquisition Team. Should external assistance be required we will reach out to our preferred agency partners, Thank you.