Posted 06 August, 2026
Senior Internal Audit Manager
UniSuper
Melbourne,VIC,AU,3000
Full Time
Reference: 218_549887_1002005
About Us
We're all here to deliver great retirement outcomes for our members. We have a long history with the University sector and are a place where future-minded Australians come together. We have a strong track record and a culture focussed on being the best place to work in superannuation. We bring our values to life through genuine care, being better together and a passion for outcomes.
The purpose of Risk & Legal is to provide expert legal, risk and internal audit advice that enables good decision making and safeguards outcomes for our members.
This is an opportunity to help shape the strategic direction and continuous uplift of Internal Audit while providing assurance across some of UniSuper's most critical risks and priorities.
The Role
As Senior Internal Audit Manager, you will partner closely with the Head of Internal Audit to support delivery of the internal audit plan and the effective operation and continuous improvement of the function. You will provide independent and objective assurance over governance, risk management and internal controls, while leading audit execution, stakeholder engagement and audit quality outcomes.
- Provide leadership and oversight across delivery of the approved internal audit plan.
- Be accountable for audit quality across engagements, including oversight of work performed by internal and co-sourced audit providers.
- Provide direction on audit scoping, execution strategy and key judgements aligned to material risks and regulatory expectations.
- Lead engagement with senior stakeholders and contribute clear assurance insights and recommendations.
- Support reporting to executive and governance forums on risk themes, control insights and emerging issues.
- Drive continuous improvement of internal audit methodology, quality assurance and ways of working.
About You
You bring significant experience in internal audit, risk assurance or a related discipline within a highly regulated environment. You are a credible and trusted adviser who can communicate complex issues clearly, exercise sound judgement and translate risk into meaningful business outcomes.
- Deep knowledge of internal audit standards and governance, risk and control frameworks across Technology business units.
- Strong experience engaging with executive and governance stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to lead others, strengthen audit quality and drive consistency across delivery models.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to synthesise complex information.
- Strong understanding of the regulatory environment relevant to financial services and superannuation.
- Professional qualifications such as CIA, CA, CPA, CISA or equivalent are desirable.
What we Offer
UniSuper believes that the best way to achieve great things is when we come together and collaborate. Therefore, we ask you to be able to commit to 60% of your time in office. UniSuper is proud of our culture and benefits, which empower our people to achieve their full potential, thrive, and grow their career with us. These include:
17% superannuation contributions
Performance incentive opportunities
Flexible and hybrid working
Paid parental leave support
Performance incentive opportunities
Flexible and hybrid working
Paid parental leave support
It should go without saying, but at UniSuper, we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, interests, abilities, and skills is crucial for delivering great retirement outcomes for our members. We invite you to apply for the roles that suit your career aspirations, even if you don't meet all the requirements.
