Senior Associate, Enterprise Risk & Compliance

About the role

AustralianSuper is the largest superannuation fund in Australia – ranked in the top 20 largest funds globally and top 50 asset owners globally, with over US $300 billion in assets under management and a world‑class investment team. The New York office comprises more than 75 colleagues and is expected to grow significantly. The Senior Associate, Enterprise Risk supports the Principal, Group Risk, Americas with enterprise and operational risk, and compliance matters for AustralianSuper’s US business. This role provides advice, oversight and challenge on enterprise and operational risk management practices and compliance across the US business, working closely with First Line Risk colleagues to ensure risk is managed in line with the Board‑approved risk appetite. A key focus is the implementation, embedment and ongoing improvement of the revised risk management framework. The position is a 12‑month full‑time contract based on‑site at 1251 Avenues of the Americas with a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support the embedding of the uplifted risk management framework, including participation in the Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process; input into design and implementation of new reporting templates; implementation of new control library and control review standards; contribution to continued improvement of the risk management framework, including review of risk appetite statements, key risk indicators, and supporting risk management policies and standards.
• Provide independent, specialist Second Line Risk & Compliance support through oversight and challenge of First Line activities, including leading the Second Line control testing programme for the US Operations (planning, execution and stakeholder engagement) and advising the business where actions are required to enhance processes, procedures, practices and controls to ensure risks are appropriately managed.
• Lead incident management oversight including trend analysis and reporting, driving process improvements and embedding better practices across the incident lifecycle.
• Assist the Principal in assessing updates to the business’s regulatory compliance obligations, ensuring these are supported by appropriate controls, policies and compliance arrangements.
• Input into key governance reporting, including for the AustralianSuper US Board, International Compliance and Risk Council, and other senior forums and committees as required.
• Assist Internal Audit to ensure the scope of proposed reviews is appropriate and assist with review coordination as appropriate.
• Support the wider Risk & Compliance team and undertake ad hoc projects as required.
• Foster a professional, collaborative and solutions‑focused environment within the Group Risk & Compliance function, supporting high standards of delivery and stakeholder engagement.
• Promote and role model a sound Risk culture across the business.
• Build and maintain effective relationships across all levels of the US business, supporting strong governance, risk and regulatory awareness.
• Collaborate with stakeholders globally to ensure alignment on compliance frameworks and regulatory expectations.
• Engage with external peers and industry networks to support the adoption of best practice in compliance.

Requirements

• Essential Experience: 5+ years in risk management and assurance, preferably gained in Financial Services or consulting.
• Sound understanding of control design and operating effectiveness.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, analytical and investigative skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to respectfully challenge, deal with conflict and stand their ground where required.
• Solid stakeholder engagement skills reflecting a professional, collegiate, and engaging approach.
• A clear growth mindset.
• Proven ability to lead and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Hold an accreditation in Risk Management from a recognised body or be willing to obtain one after joining AustralianSuper.
• Understanding of prudential or markets regulations with respect to risk management and investment governance in US/Australia (ideal).
• Desired: Educated to university degree level or equivalent.
• Desired: Strong MS Office suite skills.
• Desired: Risk accreditation (such as FRM, PRM or CISI – Level 6 Diploma).

Benefits

• Generous 401(K) matching
• Health insurance
• Blended working environment with flexibility
• Flexible work hours (both a requirement and opportunity)

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $150,000 to $170,000 (based on full‑time hours, located in New York City). Pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

This is a 12‑month full‑time contract position based on‑site at 1251 Avenues of the Americas, with a hybrid work schedule.