Head of Information, AI, Data and Technology Risk

Australian Unity; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus program

Well-Being and Community leave days

14-week paid parental leave

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Maxxia Rewards

Discounts across Australian Unity

Flare benefits

Job summary

Australian Unity in Melbourne is seeking a transformative Head of Group Information, Data, AI & Technology Risk to lead independent risk oversight across key technology domains. This permanent, hybrid role reports to the General Manager, Group Risk & Compliance and shapes the organisation's risk maturity and regulatory compliance.

You will advise executives, drive risk programs, oversee controls testing and ensure APRA CPS 234 and PCI standards.

Qualifications

• Experienced risk leader across technology, cyber, information and data risk.
• Proven track record in regulated environments with independent oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group's second line information, cyber, data, AI and technology risk oversight.
• Provide expert risk advice to executives on strategic initiatives and programs.
• Drive assurance activities to test controls and drive improvements across the control environment.
• Oversee regulatory obligations and industry standards including APRA CPS 234 and PCI.
• Support governance forums with reporting, risk analysis and independent recommendations.
• Partner with technology, risk, legal and audit to strengthen risk culture and decision-making.

Skills

Risk leadership

Information security

Data risk

AI risk

Stakeholder management

Education

CISA

CRISC

Job description

Head of Group Information, Data, Ai & Technology Risk

Permanent

Melbourne | Hybrid Working

About us

Established in 1840, we are Australia's first wellbeing company, delivering health, wealth and care services for our members and the community.

As a social enterprise, we're motivated by our purpose to positively impact the wellbeing of millions. We reinvest profits to deliver products and services sustainably that matter most to our members, customers and the Australian community.

For us, Real Wellbeing encompasses the whole experience of life. It's about feeling supported in your health, connected with your community and empowered to live life on your terms.

About the Opportunity:

As we continue to evolve our technology landscape and strengthen our governance frameworks, we're seeking an experienced Head of Group Information, Data, AI & Technology Risk to lead independent oversight across some of the organisation's most critical risk domains. Reporting to the General Manager, Group Risk & Compliance, this is a highly visible leadership opportunity influencing executive decision-making, supporting strategic growth and helping ensure Australian Unity remains resilient, compliant and future ready

You'll play a key role in shaping the maturity of our risk frameworks, supporting regulatory compliance and helping the organisation navigate an increasingly complex technology and data environment. From advising on major strategic initiatives and supplier risk assessments to engaging with executive committees and regulators, you'll be a trusted advisor across the business.

What you'll do:

• Leading the Group's second line information, cyber, data, AI and technology risk oversight capability.
• Providing expert risk advice and challenge to executives, business leaders and technology teams on strategic initiatives, transformation programs and material risks.
• Driving assurance activities to assess the effectiveness of controls and support continuous improvement across the control environment.
• Overseeing compliance with key regulatory obligations and industry standards, including APRA CPS 234 and PCI compliance requirements.
• Supporting governance forums and committees through insightful reporting, risk analysis and independent recommendations.
• Partnering with technology, risk, legal, and audit stakeholders to strengthen risk culture, capability and decision-making across the Group

About You:

You are an experienced risk leader with deep expertise across technology, cyber, information, data and emerging AI risk. You have a proven track record of providing independent oversight and trusted advice within complex, highly regulated environments, while balancing strong risk management outcomes with commercial pragmatism.

You are confident building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels of an organisation, including executive leaders, board committees and regulators. Your ability to provide constructive challenge, navigate ambiguity and drive meaningful outcomes enables you to build credibility and trust across diverse stakeholder groups.

You will hold relevant tertiary qualifications and professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC or similar. Most importantly, you are passionate about strengthening risk culture, improving governance outcomes and supporting the organisation to safely achieve its strategic objectives.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + bonus program
• Enjoy additional yearly Well-Being and Community leave days
• 14-week paid parental leave, with equal benefit for both parents
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program - support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most
• Maxxia Rewards - a great range of discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants.
• Discounts across the Australian Unity business including Private Health Insurance, General Insurance + more!
• Access Flare benefits including everyday discounts, premium perks, salary packaging options and wellbeing support

For further benefits visit: https://www.australianunity.com.au/careers/culture

Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people.