Directly impact retirement outcomes for Australians nationwideBe part of a team dedicated to high-quality service and adviceGrow your career in 2025 in a supportive, challenge-driven environmentJob Description About Us
At UniSuper we're passionate about delivering great retirement outcomes for our members. We are a purpose-driven organisation committed to supporting financial advisers who help Australians secure their financial futures. Our track record of success stems from our dedication to innovation, collaboration, and putting our members first.
UniSuper is a community united by a passion for delivering great retirement outcomes. Our culture is built on three core values: genuine care, being better together, and a relentless passion for outcomes.
Our leadership embodies these values. Your manager is committed to your growth, believing in:
Empowering team members to take on challengesSupporting calculated risks and learning from failuresEnsuring everyone has a voiceProtecting and backing his team The Role
Imagine being at the forefront of building something entirely new. As an Assurance Specialist, you'll be instrumental in developing an assurance function for a brand-new financial adviser offering. This isn't just another role-it's an opportunity to create meaningful impact from the ground up.
This role offers an exciting blend of technical expertise and strategic thinking. You'll have the chance to leverage cutting-edge RegTech solutions, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and help shape a scalable assurance program that sets new industry standards.
As our Assurance Specialist, you'll play a critical role in:
Conducting assurance reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory obligationsMonitoring transactions and investigating system-generated alerts to identify risksExecuting due diligence and continuous risk oversight on licensees and advisersPerforming quality assurance on internal functions to ensure adherence to standardsContributing to the development of risk and quality indicatorsDriving continuous improvement of our assurance practices to reduce inefficienciesBeing a strategic partner, providing insights that enhance service quality and support our commitment to member outcomes. About You
We are looking for someone with a background in risk, compliance, assurance, or audit, with experience managing financial advice/superannuation assurance or audit programs.
You should have a strong understanding of various financial advice business models, fee structures, advice strategies, and products. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to build rapport and credibility with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Requirements: Experience in developing and implementing assurance testing proceduresStrong understanding of financial advice business structures and complianceEmpathy and strong communication skills to support and build relationships with stakeholdersStrong attention to detail and ability to manage tight deadlinesProfessional certifications in risk, assurance/audit, or financial advice viewed favourably The US Way
UniSuper believes that the best way to achieve great things is when we come together and collaborate. Therefore, we ask you to be able to commit to 60% of your time in office. UniSuper is proud of our culture and benefits, which empower our people to achieve their full potential, thrive, and grow their career with us. These include:
3 days over Christmas and 3 days 'Community, Culture & Wellbeing' leaveAccess to amazing lunch & learn sessions with both internal and external experts$1,500 personal development budget
We value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, interests, abilities, and skills is crucial for delivering great retirement outcomes for our members. We invite you to apply for the roles that suit your career aspirations, even if you don't meet all the requirements.
*Please note - interviews will be conducted end of January 2025
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