Risk Analyst

ESSSuper; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work practices

Inclusive environment

Job summary

ESSSuper in Melbourne is seeking a proactive Risk Analyst to partner with stakeholders across the business and strengthen risk awareness. You’ll support the Risk Management Framework, investigate incidents, and help ensure compliance with AML/CTF and governance controls.

You will translate data into insights, assist with audits, and contribute to a resilient, risk-aware culture within a trusted Australian financial services organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in risk management within financial services.
• Knowledge of risk frameworks and governance practices.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication for governance committees.

Responsibilities

• Support the ongoing Risk Management Framework development and implementation.
• Provide risk, audit, fraud and AML/CTF support across the organisation.
• Investigate and report on risk and fraud incidents with root-cause analysis.
• Oversee aspects of third-party assurance and assist internal audits.
• Help ensure compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory obligations.
• Use data-driven insights to improve controls and operational resilience.

Skills

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Governance & controls

Tools

ISO 31000

APRA CPS 230

Job description

Our Organisation

Since 1925, ESSSuper and the funds before it have acted as trustees on behalf of the Victorian State Government, its employer agencies and their employees. We administer the State’s statutory defined benefit superannuation funds and obligations. Additionally, we administer accumulation‑style products such as the ESSSuper Accumulation Plan and account‑based Income Streams. We commit to making a lifetime of positive difference for the people who serve, and have served, the Victorian community to assist them achieve the retirement they so richly deserve. Our mission is to grow and protect our members’ superannuation and support them throughout their lives. With over 121,000 members holding over $39.5 billion in defined benefit and accumulation net assets (as at 30 June 2025), we're well‑positioned to continue serving our members for years to come

About the position

Reporting to the Risk Manager, you will partner with stakeholders across the business to strengthen risk awareness, support sound decision‑making and ensure non‑financial risks are effectively identified, assessed and managed. This is an excellent opportunity for a risk professional who enjoys building relationships, analysing complex issues and contributing to a positive and proactive risk culture. As a Risk Analyst, you will support the ongoing development and implementation of ESSSuper's Risk Management Framework while providing risk, audit, fraud and AML/CTF support across the organisation. You will investigate and report on risk and fraud incidents, oversee aspects of our third‑party assurance programme, support internal audit activities and help ensure compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory obligations. Using data‑driven insights and a practical risk mindset, you will work closely with stakeholders to improve controls, enhance operational resilience and support successful project outcomes.

What we’re looking for

You are a proactive risk professional who combines strong analytical capability with excellent stakeholder engagement skills. You enjoy solving complex problems, can translate data into meaningful insights and are confident influencing outcomes across a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Experience in risk management, operational risk, audit or assurance within financial services or professional services.
• Exposure to the superannuation, banking, wealth management or broader financial services sector.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex issues, identify root causes and develop practical, risk‑based solutions.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and frameworks, including ISO 31000 and APRA CPS 230.
• Experience supporting governance, risk, compliance, audit or control frameworks.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare reports for senior stakeholders and governance committees.
• Well‑developed stakeholder management and relationship‑building capabilities.
• Excellent attention to detail, sound judgement and high levels of professional integrity.
• A collaborative and team‑oriented approach, coupled with strong critical thinking skills.

What we offer

• IMPACT - Our work has meaning, we serve the people who serve the community. We are passionate about serving our members and supporting them in getting the best possible superannuation and retirement outcomes.
• DEVELOPMENT - We foster achievement through the development of our people. Focusing on building expertise and agility creates professional growth opportunities for our people and ensures that we are equipped to rise to the challenges of the future.
• FLEXIBILITY – Our benefits and work practices promote the health and wellbeing of our people. We value a supportive and inclusive environment.
• RELATIONSHIPS - Being part a small organisation within a dynamic sector draws people to ESSSuper, the supportive work environment keeps them here. We build strong relationships and collaborate to continually strengthen the experience of our members.

ESSSuper is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to the attraction, retention and development of all people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation and disability.