Senior Manager, Risk Frameworks

Your Team

Risk Framework is part of the broader L2 Line 2 Group Risk Services team, within the Legal, Governance, Risk and Compliance Business Unit. It is responsible for developing, embedding and administering various elements of the CFS Risk Management Strategy and Framework (RMS&F) including Risk Culture and supporting core elements across all businesses in CFS.

Your Responsibilities

As the Senior Manager, Risk Framework, you will be responsible for designing and implementing the CFS Group Risk Management Framework to enable a robust risk management culture and practices across all businesses. You will also work with a team of staff.

• Develop, maintain and implement the RMF including core components such as the Risk Management Strategy and Risk Appetite Statement, and ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Create policies, procedures, resources and tools to enable the RMF including Risk Assessments, Controls and Risk Matters with emphasis on control and process simplification and automation
• Oversee the efficacy of the RMF and identify continuous improvement opportunities and initiate actions to execute as appropriate to further enhance risk culture and capability
• Partnering with stakeholders in Lines 1 and 2 to ensure the design and implementation of the RMF is fit for purpose
• Oversee the risk framework awareness and communication process through coordination of regular, easy to understand messaging to business staff on key elements of the RMF to promote sound risk culture
• Actively participate in, and contribute to, various risk management administrative tasks, initiatives and exercises, such as risk system enhancements, internal and external audits, and risk training.
• Actively leverage and advance the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance risk management capabilities, streamline processes, enhance efficiency that supports strategic decision-making.

Your Capability and Experience

• Extensive experience in second line risk management, ideally within the Super and Investment (Wealth) or broader Australian financial services sector.
• Deep expertise in risk frameworks, including controls testing (design and effectiveness) and risk culture.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organisation.
• Commercially minded and pragmatic, consistently adding value through insight and strategic partnership.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, with experience in coaching, mentoring, or developing others to build team capability and performance.
• Demonstrated ability to operate with autonomy and accountability, keeping senior stakeholders well-informed.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change, with a proven track record of thriving in fast-paced financial services sector environments.

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:

• Access to CFS Employer Super, which offers an expansive investment menu and flexible insurance solutions 
• Support with financial services, including discounts on home loans and daily bank accounts through our partnership with a leading financial institution
• Access to 24/7 confidential support covering safety, medical and mental health services  
• Life Leave - 3 days per annum to focus on your wellbeing or celebrate a special event
• Exclusive discounts on retail, travel and entertainment
• Additional leave day to celebrate your birthday

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).