Senior Associate, Line 1 Risk and Control Assurance

About Us

IFM Investors is a global asset manager, founded and owned by pension funds, with capabilities in infrastructure equity and debt, private equity, private credit, real estate and listed equities. 

Our purpose is to invest, protect and grow the long-term retirement savings of working people. We believe healthy returns depend on healthy economic, environmental and social systems - and these are evolving on a scale never experienced before. To find opportunity, build value and meet the needs of future generations, you need scale, skill and expertise. That’s what IFM Investors has built up over 30 years.

With assets under management of approximately $267.6 AUD billion (at 31 March 2026), we prioritise the interests of over 849 institutional investors worldwide. IFM operates from 17 offices across Australia, Europe, North America and Asia.

The Opportunity

At IFM, you’re not just part of an investment company – but an invested one. We see the work we do as the chance to take sustainable, responsible steps forward for millions of people around the world.

So, we have made sure to create a workplace that’s inclusive, accountable and collaborative. Where you’re given the opportunities to make a meaningful contribution and grow your skills. All while feeling valued and supported for who you are and what you bring to the team.

Along with the chance to make a meaningful, positive difference from day one, we offer a competitive salary and generous leave entitlements. Our hybrid and flexible approach can vary by team and role, it is built around trust. We encourage our people to manage their work life rhythm in a way that works best for them and their teams.

Business Overview

Our Operations, Data & Technology (ODT) team collaborates across the business with a strong emphasis on designing solutions, increasing efficiency and reducing operational risks. The team consists of several areas of specialisation including:

• Operations 
• Client & Product Operations 
• Technology 
• Data, Digital & AI 
• Operating Platform Transformation 
• Valuations Management Office 
• Enterprise Resilience, ODT Strategic Planning & Execution 
• Enterprise Transformation & Delivery 

The Role

The Senior Associate, reporting into the Line 1 Risk and Control Assurance Lead, will manage the organisation’s regulatory and control obligations under GS007 and Operational Due Diligence (ODD) processes, ensuring IFM can demonstrate a credible, complete and regulator-defensible control environment.

Partnering with stakeholders within the ODT business unit, the Senior Associate will provide support to ensure controls are well designed, documented and aligned to key risks and obligations. 

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Support the coordination and execution of IFM’s annual GS007 audit, ODD reviews and associated reporting for investors and stakeholders. 

• Obtain, assess and validate information relating to operational processes, controls, incidents, outsourcing arrangements, operational resilience, control effectiveness and business continuity capabilities. 

• To assess technology, cyber security, data management, resilience and disaster recovery arrangements as part of ODD requirements. 

• Collaborate with procurement, risk and compliance and the wider business on third party risk management framework including TPRM related processes, risk assessment and monitoring, related policy and standard review/updates. 

• Coordinate escalation, reporting, and decision-making in relation to material risks, issues and regulatory obligations to senior management and governance committees (as required). 

• Partner with risk and compliance, as well as IFM’s external auditors to ensure alignment and efficient assurance outcomes. 

• Perform other activities as reasonably required to support the team and organisational objectives.

Your Background and Experience

• 5+ years’ experience working in risk, compliance, operational risk, operational resilience, or due diligence within asset management, superannuation, financial services, or a regulated services environment. 

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Law, Technology or a related discipline.

• Working knowledge of CPS 230, GS007, Operational Due Diligence (ODD) or similar controls frameworks or legislation. 

• Demonstrated experience coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to obtain, review and validate information. 

• Ability to collaborate and demonstrate a team-first mentality within work practices. 

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IFM Investors is committed to promoting an inclusive culture where all employees are valued and recognised for their unique qualities, backgrounds, and perspectives. We champion all groups regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or family status. We are committed to providing individuals with disabilities reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you require specific support at any stage of the recruitment process at [email protected]