Job Description:At AustralianSuper, we truly care about our colleagues. We know work and life are intertwined. That's why we support the diverse needs of everyone and have policies that enable us all to thrive and be truly flexible. We ensure diversity is celebrated for the opportunity it provides us all to learn and grow, and deliver better outcomes for members.
Your new roleIn this 12 month contract your primary responsibility is to conduct
Operational Due Diligence reviews on both existing and prospective third-party investment managers in accordance with the Fund's investment governance framework, risk management framework and APRA Prudential Standards. To be successful in this role you will need to be able to identify operational risks based on documentation, responses to questionnaires and
Due Diligence meetings (onsite or video calls). You will need excellent communication skills and feel comfortable actively contributing to meetings with C-level executives along with being able to succinctly document the findings of your review.
Key duties include but are not limited to:- Help coordinate, prepare, and conduct Operational Due Diligence reviews of external investment managers.
- Reviews include evaluations of internal controls, operational support structure, trade processing, legal documentation, cash management procedures, valuation practices, management of service providers, etc.
- Conduct calls and onsite meetings with CFOs, COOs, other senior management and personnel
- Assist with the ongoing oversight of the existing investment managers which includes distributing adhoc questionnaires, investigating operational incidents and breaches, reviewing quarterly compliance attestations and annual reports.
- Build a comprehensive understanding of operational best practice across all asset classes and understand the relevant regulatory implications.
- Maintain the database of investment managers' key information for continuous oversight, strategy and peer group analyses.
What you'll need- Bachelor's degree qualifications in Commerce or a related discipline.
- Understanding of the Operational Due Diligence process and related legislation, with experience having performed Operational Due Diligence.
- Strong analytical skills and a high attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and in a team under tight deadlines.
- Strong organisational skills.
- Detailed understanding of investment / fund management industry
- Exposure to complex asset classes and instruments, including Equities, Fixed Income, Private Credit, Private Equity, Infrastructure, Property etc.
Life at AustralianSuperAustralianSuper is committed to colleague development, and we support our people with ongoing learning, coaching and training, as well as career opportunities across our expanding global organisation. We offer generous leave entitlements and promote a blended working environment in which all roles can flex, and we're happy to discuss what this looks like for you.We are committed to supporting our diverse workforce in a way that is inclusive and embraces diversity in all its forms. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let our recruitment team know.
What's nextApply now, if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes and would like the opportunity to work in a challenging, growing and rapidly evolving team to deliver outstanding results.Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required.Progress powered by purpose.About Us: The AustralianSuper StoryAs a profit-to-member superannuation fund, AustralianSuper is run only for members, and is here to help members achieve their best possible retirement outcome. We don't pay profits or dividends to shareholders, so the money we make goes back into the fund.We're an organisation of talented, inspiring colleagues and passionate leaders. As we continue to grow in size and complexity, we need people who will challenge our thinking, deliver outstanding outcomes and most importantly, share in our purpose.
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