Technology Governance Manager

Netwealth - See Wealth Differently (ASX:NWL); Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible hybrid model

Workplace wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Netwealth is seeking a senior technology governance leader to own our governance framework, drive Line 1 risk and compliance for CPS 230/234, and lead major assurance programmes across Technology, Risk and Audit. You’ll coach a small governance team and collaborate across Technology to ensure risk ownership sits with the business while governance provides challenge, assurance and insight.

You will produce concise risk and compliance reporting for senior executives and boards, monitor regulatory

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in technology governance and IT risk.
• Solid knowledge of CPS 230 and CPS 234.
• Experience coordinating internal audits and regulatory reviews.
• Ability to challenge stakeholders without hands-on engineering.
• Excellent written risk papers and reporting.
• Strong leadership and coaching across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continually improve Netwealth's technology governance framework, aligning with prudential requirements and operating model.
• Own the Line 1 compliance programme for CPS 230 and CPS 234, including mapping, evidence, gaps and remediation.
• Coordinate the annual SOC 2 assurance programme and support reviews from scope to closure.
• Maintain an up-to-date view of technology risks, controls, findings and obligations in a GRC tool.
• Provide governance oversight of business continuity and Technology Disaster Recovery.
• Produce concise risk, compliance and assurance reporting for executives and boards.
• Monitor regulatory change and translate into governance improvements.
• Lead and develop the Technology Governance team.

Skills

Technology governance

IT risk management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder leadership

Governance reporting

Tools

Protecht

GRC platforms

Job description

About Netwealth

Netwealth isn't just a company. We're shaping the future of wealth in Australia. Our award-winning platform and NextGen technology empower advisers and investors to achieve more, and we're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's most innovative FinTech businesses.

Since 1999, we've grown rapidly by challenging the status quo. We move fast, think big, and stay agile. Free from unnecessary bureaucracy so we can deliver smarter solutions for our clients and create real impact.

But what truly sets us apart? Our people. We're a team of curious, optimistic and courageous individuals who collaborate to make life better for more Australians. We value authenticity, and agility, and we believe in creating an environment where you can do your best work, grow your career, and feel part of something meaningful.

If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, where innovation is celebrated, and where you can help shape a brighter financial future, join us at Netwealth.

The opportunity

This is a visible leadership role at the centre of Technology, Security, Risk and Audit. You will own the technology governance framework, coordinate Line 1 technology risk and compliance activities, lead major assurance programmes and turn complex findings into clear decisions for senior executives, committees and the Board.

You will lead and develop a small governance team while working across Technology to reinforce a simple principle: operational teams own their risks and controls, and governance provides the structure, challenge, assurance and insight that help them succeed.

What you’ll own

• Lead and continually improve Netwealth's technology governance framework, keeping policies, standards, procedures and controls aligned with prudential requirements, enterprise risk settings and the evolving Technology Operating Model.
• Own the Line 1 compliance programme for CPS 230 and CPS 234, including obligation and control mapping, evidence management, gap assessment and remediation oversight.
• Coordinate the annual SOC 2 assurance programme and support other internal, external and regulatory reviews from scope confirmation through to the closure of findings.
• Maintain a current, evidence-based view of technology risks, controls, findings and compliance obligations through Protecht or an equivalent GRC platform.
• Provide governance oversight of business continuity and Technology Disaster Recovery, while keeping operational ownership clearly placed with the relevant business and technology leaders.
• Produce concise, decision-ready risk, compliance and assurance reporting for senior executives, governance committees and the Board.
• Monitor regulatory and industry change, assess its implications early and translate new expectations into practical governance and control improvements.
• Lead, coach and develop the Technology Governance team, building capability and reducing dependency on any one person.

The impact you’ll have

You will help move technology governance beyond periodic compliance activity towards continuous ownership, assurance and informed decision-making. Success will mean that risk and control information is current, audit evidence is available without last-minute intervention, material issues are escalated early and leaders receive the insight they need to make sound decisions.

You will also help technology teams see strong governance not as a separate administrative process, but as part of delivering secure, resilient and trustworthy outcomes for Netwealth's customers.

What will help you succeed

• Substantial experience in technology governance, IT risk or technology compliance, including direct accountability for a regulatory or assurance programme.
• Strong practical knowledge of CPS 234 and CPS 230 and the ability to apply prudential requirements in a financial services or similarly regulated environment.
• Experience coordinating concurrent internal audits, external assurance engagements and regulatory reviews.
• The judgement to assess control evidence, identify gaps and constructively challenge technical and senior stakeholders without needing to be a hands-on engineering or security practitioner.
• Excellent written communication, including experience preparing clear, accurate and credible risk papers, committee reporting, management responses or regulatory submissions.
• Strong stakeholder leadership, with evidence of creating accountability and progress across teams you do not directly manage.
• People leadership experience and a commitment to coaching, capability development and sustainable ways of working.

How we work

Our values are Curious, Collaborative, Agile, Optimistic, Courageous and Genuine. In this role, that means asking thoughtful questions, sharing knowledge, adapting when priorities change, remaining solution-focused, raising difficult issues early and acting with transparency and regulatory integrity.

Life At Netwealth

At Netwealth, we believe a fulfilling career is built on growth, balance, and belonging. Our people are our greatest strength, and we're committed to supporting you at every stage of life because when you thrive, so do we.

We're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's top 5 companies for Career Development (endorsed by WORK180). From further education and diverse training opportunities to strong support for internal mobility. Your career can grow here.

Our flexible hybrid model supports balance, with just 4 days in the office each fortnight. When you're in, you'll enjoy working from one of our modern, thoughtfully designed spaces across Australia - including our state-of-the-art Melbourne CBD office. All locations feature contemporary facilities to make your day comfortable, and in Melbourne, you'll also enjoy perks like end-of-trip amenities and daily breakfast to make your commute easier.

We offer benefits designed for your wellbeing and personal development, including;

• Family-friendly support: Paid parental leave and a fully funded school holiday program
• Wellness perks: CU Health (virtual healthcare), income protection, flu shots, wellness weeks, retail discounts and financial wellbeing services
• A vibrant culture: social events, trivia nights, and corporate sports
• Employee Resource Groups: LGBTQIA+, DAWN (Development and Accelerating Women at Netwealth), Culture Group and Carers Group
• Community Impact: Paid volunteering and our Netwealth Impact Group

We're proud of our inclusive and diverse workforce and encourage everyone to bring their genuine selves to work. It's one of our core values. We're committed to equity and inclusion through our gender equality, disability, LGBTQIA+, wellbeing and cultural initiatives. And we're certified by WORK180, Family Friendly Workplaces and Great Places to Work.

If you're excited by the opportunity but don't meet every requirements, we still encourage you to apply. Research shows people often hesitate unless they tick every box. We value potential and passion just as much.