Manager, Portfolio Governance

24 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia CBUS Super Full time $104,000 - $160,000 per year

About Cbus Created by workers, for workers, Cbus Super is one of Australia's most successful Superannuation funds. For almost four decades we've proudly represented those who help shape Australia, hard-working individuals who deserve to make the most of their retirement, no matter the industry. As an award-winning fund we've been recognised for the benefits provided to our members and our innovative investment approach. All while staying committed to our member first ethos as a proud Industry Fund.  About your role

The Manager, Portfolio Governance is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the governance of projects, programs, and portfolios are in alignment with regulatory standards and business requirements. This role involves implementing controls to achieve desired outcomes, managing risks actively and detecting issues early for timely intervention.  You will ensure governance frameworks meet standards, add real value and shape high-impact outcomes.

Key Accountabilities  

  • Implement appropriate controls across the Portfolio to ensure outcomes and objectives are realised.
  • Actively manage risks and detecting issues early for timely intervention.
  • Maintain governance oversight by providing project governance reporting including insights and recommendations, and support to key governance forums.
  • Build successful relationships and collaborate with delivery leaders and the wider business.
  • Challenge stakeholders when necessary to ensure projects meet governance, risk, and financial requirements.

What we're looking for:

  • Deep knowledge of governance frameworks and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, Prince2) and experience in applying these to achieve successful project outcomes.
  • Proven track record of managing risk, facilitating governance forums, and driving strategic alignment in project delivery.
  • Demonstrated experience working in Financial Services or Superannuation is essential
  • PMP Certification (or similar) is highly desirable but not essential.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge senior leaders when necessary.

Belong at Cbus 

We value difference, and embrace people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. We believe that, with diversity of perspectives and experiences, you get better teams and outcomes. We're looking for people of all genders, races, nationalities, orientations and of all abilities to join us. 

We're keen to hear from you

If you've read through the requirements of this role and you feel like you haven't fully met the criteria, we would still encourage you to apply. We're aware of accessibility barriers when it comes to applying for a job and we want to help. If you require assistance with your application, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team via  

Like to know more about working with Cbus? Listen to some of our videos with members of the Cbus team on our website,  

Applications Close:  12th November 2025

This position is permanent full-time role, based in Melbourne.

All applicants must have working rights in Australia to be considered 

Agencies, please note: All Cbus vacancies are managed by our internal Talent Acquisition Team. Should external assistance be required we will reach out to our preferred agency partners, Thank you.

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