Prudential Supervisor, Superannuation
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- 3 days ago Post Date
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- APR1857 Requisition #
The role
As a Prudential Supervisor (Principal Analyst level) you will conduct complex high-quality risk identification and assessment as well as supervisory responses in respect of a large and complex financial institution or a defined group of institutions to achieve the governments and APRA’s objective of providing a prudentially sound financial system.
The team
The Life and Private Health Insurance and Superannuation Division is responsible for the prudential supervision of life insurers, private health insurers and the trustees of superannuation funds in Australia. The division comprises three industry focused supervision branches and a specialist branch that operate across the country.
Key responsibilities
• Lead the identifying of risks (financial and non-financial) and critical institutional developments that are likely to lead to serious problems and raising these as issues/concerns before they manifest;
• Maintaining an up to date and relevant knowledge of industry issues that may impact on supervised organisations and influence the supervision strategy of these organisations;
• Invests in sharing knowledge and coaching to build impact in supervision;
• Maintaining, and promoting within own team the development of, supervision skills to support high-quality analysis and risk assessment of supervised organisations;
• Adapting the style and process of supervision depending on the supervised organisation’s type, size, complexity, functions and risk and be flexible to deal with the difference in approach required; and
• Assessing the quality of the supervised organisation’s management, strategies, practices and systems and influence the change.
About you
• Deep expertise in financial services with an enterprise-wide perspective, driving continuous improvement and best practice across organisation;
• Ability to engage with senior executives in institutions to discuss industry and regulatory issues;
• A naturally inquisitive mindset complemented by strong analytical, investigative and research skills;
• Strong financial sector experience, Superannuation experience highly regarded however not essential;
• Excellent organisational, self and priority management skills and experience coaching others;
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills;
• Good judgement, practices, and situations to identify actual or potential problems in supervised organisations;
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline.
To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen with eligibility to gain a Baseline Security clearance.
About APRA
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) places you at the heart of Australia’s financial services industry. APRA serves the Australian community by helping ensure financial institutions deliver on the financial commitments they make, within a stable, efficient and competitive financial system.
At APRA we’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued and respected. We aspire to attract and foster diversity of background, thought, and experience, recognising that a broad range of perspectives, approaches and ideas makes us stronger, and better enables us to meet our obligation to protect the financial wellbeing of the Australian community. When applying, please inform us of any adjustments you may need during the interview process.
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is the prudential regulator of the financial services industry. It oversees banks, credit unions, building societies, general insurance and reinsurance companies, life insurance, private health insurers, friendly societies, and most members of the superannuation industry. APRA currently supervises institutions holding $6 trillion in assets for Australian depositors, policyholders and superannuation fund members.
APRA invests in contemporary technologies to enable our employees to achieve work life balance, via flexible working practices. We are dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters collaboration and continuous improvement.
APRA provides ongoing studies support, structured training programs and excellent career progression opportunities all within a highly professional environment.
APRA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability status.
To apply, please visit our Careers Page at www.apra.gov.au. For further information or assistance, please email talent@apra.gov.au. Please do not apply to this email address.