Manager, Risk Assurance - Technology, Data & AI

HCF Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% hospital/Extras cover subsidy

18 weeks parental leave

Mental health and wellbeing programs

Family-friendly employer

Discounts on HCF products and services

Job summary

HCF Australia is seeking an experienced Risk Assurance professional to lead the Line 2 risk assurance program, focusing on technology, data and AI risk across the organisation.

You will assess control effectiveness, governance and regulatory compliance, delivering pragmatic recommendations and engaging senior stakeholders to strengthen risk outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in risk assurance, controls assurance, internal audit or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of risk frameworks, governance processes and control assessment methodologies.
• Ability to challenge assumptions and translate findings into practical risk insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead assurance reviews across technology, data and AI risk domains.
• Provide independent risk insights, recommendations and challenge to senior stakeholders.
• Develop and mature assurance frameworks, methodologies and practices.

Skills

Technology risk

Data risk

AI risk

Governance & controls

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Tertiary qualifications in risk, audit, technology or related discipline

Job description

Join a growing Risk Assurance function and help strengthen how HCF manages technology, data and AI risk.

This role is responsible for delivering HCF's Line 2 Risk Assurance program, providing independent assurance that technology, data and AI risks are effectively identified, managed and controlled across the organisation.

Leading assurance reviews across technology, data and AI risk domains, the position assesses control effectiveness, governance arrangements and compliance with regulatory obligations. Through practical, risk-based recommendations and trusted stakeholder engagement, the role provides independent challenge while supporting stronger risk outcomes across the business.

As the Risk Assurance function continues to mature, this position will contribute to the development of assurance frameworks, methodologies and practices that strengthen risk management and support HCF's regulatory obligations. Operating across a diverse portfolio of assurance activities, the role offers the opportunity to influence emerging approaches to technology, data and AI risk assurance within a complex and highly regulated environment.

About You

An experienced risk assurance, controls assurance or internal audit professional, with expertise across technology, data and AI risks in a regulated environment.

You’ll bring a strong understanding of technology, AI and data governance, risk and compliance requirements, with the ability to challenge assumptions, evaluate the effectiveness of controls and risk management practices, and provide pragmatic assurance over key technology and data risk exposures.

Beyond technical expertise, the role calls for someone who can build trusted relationships, engage senior stakeholders and balance independent challenge with a collaborative approach. Equally important is a genuine interest in emerging technology, data and AI risks, combined with the curiosity and initiative needed to contribute to a growing and evolving function.

To Be Successful, You'll Have

• Demonstrated expertise across technology, data and AI risk management within a regulated environment.
• Experience in risk assurance, controls assurance, internal audit or a related risk discipline.
• Strong understanding of risk frameworks, governance processes and control assessment methodologies.
• Experience leading assurance reviews and providing independent risk insights and recommendations.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex findings into practical business outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, including experience working with senior leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and meaningful assurance reporting.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or professional certifications in risk, audit, technology or a related discipline.

About HCF

At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we’ve been putting our members and their health first. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover 2 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.

We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.

Culture & Benefits

Purpose-driven passion

We’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.

Wellness and work-life balance

We’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:

Skills

• Flexible working arrangements
• 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
• Family-friendly certified employer
• 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
• Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
• Discounts on HCF’s products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.

Collaboration and inclusivity

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.

Continuous learning and growth

We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.