Manager, Risk Assurance - Technology, Data & AI

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:

• 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.

Next steps

If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – peopleservices@hcf.com.au to discuss or call 02 9290 0464.

We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.

Please be aware of recruitment scams, phishing, and impersonation attempts. HCF will never request payment or sensitive financial information at any stage of the recruitment process. If you receive suspicious communications claiming to be from HCF, please verify them through our Careers page or contact us directly.

At HCF, we want our people to feel supported and empowered to be their best self at work. We create a flexible, inclusive, family-friendly culture so our employees are inspired and motivated to achieve the best for themselves and our members.

Our purpose is to bring a human touch to every part of the healthcare system, in big ways and small. Our values inform the way we do things. They help us build the culture we need to realise our purpose. Our values are to:

• Step Forward

• Get There Together

• Make it Better

• Stay Human

• Walk in Their Shoes.

We’ve invested in our people and teams to ensure they’re equipped to reach their career goals. We help team members expand their skill sets and develop personally through various internal and external courses, as well as broaden their on-the-job experience through transfers, secondments or promotions.