Colonial First State

Graduate, Technology

Colonial First State  •  Sydney, AU (Onsite)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

Are you ready to be part of an organisation that values expertise, passion and diversity? At CFS we know that the foundation of our success lies in our exceptional people. We believe in celebrating individuality, have a passion for high performance and creating an environment where you can unleash your full potential. Our people enable us to make a difference and deliver exceptional experiences to help our customers achieve financial freedom. We are also at an exciting inflection point — embedding AI across our business to work smarter, move faster and create better outcomes for our customers and our people.

Your Impact

We are deeply invested in nurturing talent and our next generation of leaders. Your journey at CFS will begin with a series of rotations, each carefully designed to align with your academic focus and CFS' critical skills for the future with a clear pathway to a permanent role for those who demonstrate the capability and drive to succeed You will become part of a culture that prioritises customer obsession, achievement and innovation. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business by supporting critical initiatives that are transforming CFS at pace.

Your Team

FirstChoice Technology is responsible for designing, building and running the technology platforms that support FirstChoice investment, superannuation, and retirement products. Our teams work in agile, cross‑functional squads to deliver secure, scalable, and high‑quality solutions, partnering closely with the business to improve customer, adviser and operational experiences while meeting regulatory and risk obligations.

The Program

  • Embark on a 12-month journey with orientation, development days, and rotations, including time with the customer service team to deepen your understanding our products and customers.

  • Complete three functional team rotations to broaden your understanding of CFS’s operations and strategy.

  • Contribute to design, build, testing, and analysis to deliver business‑aligned solutions.

  • Work closely with engineers, testers, analysts, and stakeholders to deliver high‑quality solutions.

  • Learn and apply enterprise engineering standards related to quality, security, risk, and compliance, while developing the core skills required for a permanent role within FirstChoice Technology.

  • Elevate your profile through regular mentor sessions with our executive leaders who are there to guide and encourage you.

  • Receive feedback through performance evaluations to monitor your progress and identify opportunities for further development.

  • Immerse yourself in the Youth network for social events and be part of the Graduates community to build professional connections.

Qualifications

We are seeking passionate, forward-thinking people who are completing their year of studies by the end of 2026 in one of the following fields:

  • Engineering, IT or Computer Science Degree

  • Other related degrees will also be considered

You'll need:

  • A minimum 65% average credit achievement.

  • Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency.

  • A customer-centric approach, collaborative spirit, and problem-solving skills.

  • The ability to excel in a results driven environment, with a focus on outcomes.

  • A relentless curiosity, with a strong desire for learning and self-improvement.

What to Expect

At CFS, you'll be working among the very best in the wealth management industry. It's an inspiring environment that encourages development and celebrates success. Other things to look forward to:

  • Additional day for your birthday

  • Access to CFS Employer Super

  • Life Leave - 3 days per annum

  • Access to Corporate rates with BUPA Health Insurance

  • Confidential coaching and counselling services

  • Access to AI learning programs and tools to build your capability at the frontier of how we work

CFS Culture

At CFS we are committed to creating a thriving environment where individuals can flourish. We believe that success is built upon strong teams, and we are dedicated to celebrating uniqueness, championing individuality and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We believe that when you can truly be yourself, you can unlock your full potential.

Apply today and join us in helping Australians to achieve their financial freedom.

Please note, CFS requires all candidates to have full work rights in Australia.

Where we have preferred candidates, background checks (including Police, Employment, Bankruptcy checks, ASIC banned and disqualified persons) will be completed prior to the final preferred candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not preclude the preferred candidate, however, they will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the role.

This role is based on Gadigal Land (Sydney).

Colonial First State

About Colonial First State

We’ve helped over 3 million Australians and counting.

We provide superannuation, investment and retirement products to members as well as to corporate and superannuation fund investors. Our wide range and investment management expertise spans Australian and global shares, property, fixed interest, credit, hedge funds, infrastructure and private equity.

The privacy of your personal information is important to us. We will handle all personal information collected in accordance with applicable privacy laws and our privacy policy and collection statement which can be accessed here www.cfs.com.au/privacy. If you have any questions in relation to our privacy practices or would like to request a copy of our privacy policy please contact us on 13 13 36.

Avanteos Investments Limited ABN 20 096 259 979, AFSL 245531 (AIL) is the trustee and issuer of super and pension products. Colonial First State Investments Limited ABN 98 002 348 352, AFSL 232468 (CFSIL) is the issuer and Investor Directed Portfolio Services (IDPS) operator and administrator of investment products. Information on this social media may include general advice but does not consider your individual objectives, financial situation, needs or tax circumstances. You can find the target market determinations (TMD) for our financial products at www.cfs.com.au/tmd, which include a description of who a financial product might suit. You should read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement (PDS), Investor Directed Portfolio Service Guide (IDPS Guide) and Financial Services Guide (FSG) carefully, assess whether the information is appropriate for you, and consider talking to a financial adviser before making an investment decision. You can get the FirstChoice PDSs and the FSG from www.cfs.com.au or by calling 13 13 36 and FirstWrap PDSs, FSGs and IDPS Guides from www.firstwrap.com.au or your adviser.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Sydney, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
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