Job Description

Business Partner 1st Line Risk

MUFG Pension & Market Services | Australia

MUFG Pension & Market Services is a global business connecting millions of people with their assets – safely, securely, and responsibly. We have over 6500 employees across 4 continents and continue to grow every day.

MUFG Retirement Solutionsis the largest business under MUFG Pension and Market Services and we are the leading administrator for super funds in Australia. Many of our clients are household names. We are well positioned within a growing superannuation industry, combining our rich legacy with a fast-paced environment that enables rapid career growth.

We are a diverse team with employees from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and we make sure to celebrate the successes of our clients and our people.

The Role

Are you a technically strong Operational Risk professional who enjoys partnering with the business to improve controls, strengthen governance, and drive meaningful risk outcomes?

We're looking for a Business Partner, First Line Risk to join our growing Risk team at MUFG Retirement Solutions. This role sits within the First Line of Defence and will work closely with business leaders to identify, assess, monitor and mitigate operational risks across the organisation.

This is a highly visible role where you'll provide practical risk guidance, challenge thinking, support business decision-making, and help embed a strong risk culture across the organisation. You'll have the opportunity to work on risk frameworks, controls uplift, assurance activities, change initiatives, and operational resilience programs within a complex and regulated financial services environment.

We are seeking a candidate with a strong foundation in Technology, Data, and Security Governance. You will act as a key partner in identifying, assessing, and managing technology-related risks, ensuring our operational resilience and adherence to prudential standards.

Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities

• Governance Expertise: Strong experience in Technology, Data, and Security Governance frameworks and implementation. Awareness of emerging AI frameworks.
• Controls & Risk Management: Proven experience in designing and monitoring controls and managing risk profiles, specifically with the ability to bridge the gap between operational systems and GRC platforms.
• Industry Knowledge: Proven experience working within an APRA-regulated environment.
• Framework Proficiency: An understanding and practical application of critical risk and security frameworks, including:
  • APRA Prudential Standards & Guides (specifically CPS 230, CPS 234, and CPG 235)
  • ISO 27001 (Information Security Management)
  • ISO 42001 (Artificial Intelligence Management System)
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) & AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)
  • Security of Critical Infrastructure (SoCI) Act
• Risk Management: Ability to translate complex technical risks into business-relevant insights for senior stakeholders.

Experience & Personal Attributes

We're particularly interested in candidates with strong technical risk capability who enjoy understanding how systems, processes and controls operate within a regulated environment.

You'll bring:

• Experience in Operational Risk, First Line Risk, Compliance, Controls Assurance, Risk Consulting or a related discipline
• Strong knowledge of risk management principles, controls frameworks and governance practices.
• Experience assessing and improving business processes, controls and risk frameworks.
• The ability to analyse complex operational environments and identify emerging risks.
• Exposure to risk registers, incidents, audits, assurance activities and remediation programs.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to engage and influence leaders at all levels.
• Experience within financial services, superannuation, banking, insurance or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of superannuation legislation and regulatory requirements will be highly regarded.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• A collaborative approach and genuine passion for driving better risk outcomes

A Note on Experience

We understand that, given the breadth of experience requested, you may not have expertise in every area listed. We encourage you to apply and include a brief overview of how you would approach these challenges within our dynamic environment.

Some of our Employment Benefits

• FlexiWorks – enabling our employees to work in the office and at home
• Purchased Leave, Parental Leave, Volunteer Leave, Gender transition leave, Well-being leave
• Employee Recognition Program - to recognise people who are demonstrating our values and Company purpose.
• Talent Referral Program
• Salary Sacrificing via Superannuation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Learning & Development - Development at your fingertips via self-paced learning, including educational assistance support
• Employee discounts – Access discounted rates and offers from a variety of providers including Bupa and Microsoft
• Novated Car Leasing

Culture at MUFG Pension & Market Services

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive, and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of our company and together we will achieve our full potential.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.

How to apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now with your resume and detailed cover letter highlighting your skills, experience, and why you would be a good fit for the role.

Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at MUFG Pension & Market Services. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.

Background Checks

Please note that all successful applicants are required to undergo background checks that include Police Checks and Work History Verification.

Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences.

A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights.