senior internal auditor

HR Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead end-to-end assurance engagements across core operations for a major Australian superannuation provider. You will evaluate internal controls, risk architecture, and operational frameworks to strengthen governance and safeguard member data.

Collaborate with business leaders and external co-sources to scope, execute and finalise audits, identify gaps, and deliver actionable recommendations that balance growth with risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Proven capability in leading and delivering risk-based internal audits across diverse units.
• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk frameworks and regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and provide constructive challenge with clear, commercial recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Scope, execute, and finalize complex audits across operational, technical, and financial units.
• Manage multiple audit workstreams with internal teams and external co-source partners to meet deadlines.
• Identify control gaps and emerging risks, delivering actionable recommendations.
• Validate remediation plans with business leaders to ensure root causes are addressed.
• Promote a strong risk-awareness mindset through engagement in business forums.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk frameworks

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Superannuation exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Law

Professional certifications (CA, CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP)

Tools

Audit software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Lead high-impact, risk-focused assurance reviews across core operations within a major Australian superannuation provider.

Directly influence organizational resilience by strengthening governance, safeguarding member data, and driving compliance standards.

Thrives in a dynamic, purpose-driven culture anchored by courage, empathy, and operational excellence.

The Company

The organization is one of Australia’s premier superannuation entities, dedicated to securing the financial well-being of its growing member base. Built on a foundation of integrity, empathy, and performance, the fund operates a forward-thinking workplace where robust risk management, technological resilience, and strong governance are at the heart of their business operations.

The Role

Joining the Risk & Compliance division, the Senior Internal Auditor will lead and execute end-to-end assurance engagements to evaluate the strength of internal controls, risk architecture, and operational frameworks.

Key responsibilities include:

• Scoping, executing, and finalizing complex internal audits across diverse operational, technical, and financial business units.
• Managing multiple concurrent audit workstreams in partnership with internal teams and external co-source partners to meet targeted timelines.
• Uncovering control gaps and emerging risks, delivering sharp, commercial recommendations that balance strategic goals with risk mitigation.
• Partnering with business leaders to validate remediation plans, ensuring underlying root causes are effectively resolved.
• Championing a strong risk awareness mindset across the organization through actionable advice and active engagement in key business forums.

Your Experience

To excel in this role, candidates will bring:

• Educational & Professional Credentials: A tertiary degree in Business, Law, or a relevant discipline, alongside recognized industry certifications (such as CA, CPA, CIA, CISA, or CISSP).
• Regulatory & Audit Expertise: A deep understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk frameworks, and Australian financial sector regulations (including APRA and ASIC guidelines).
• Execution & Analysis: Proven capability in running complex risk-based audits using modern testing tools and analytical techniques.
• Relationship Management: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of influencing key stakeholders and offering constructive challenge.
• Sector Background (Advantageous): Exposure to superannuation, wealth management, financial planning, or insurance environments.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.