Line 1 Risk Analyst

• Melbourne CBD location
• Discounted health benefits
• Free gym and fitness classes

Your work at TAL will have a direct impact on the lives of over 5 million Australians, often during their most challenging times. Alongside our partners, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference.  

We’re committed to being proactive and accountable, enhancing how we work and collaborate to get things done. Our values – respect, commitment, and resourcefulness – guide us as we deliver on our purpose, working with governments, industry colleagues, and partners to make a lasting impact.  

We also do what’s right by giving back. Through volunteering, championing equity, health, and sustainability, we actively support our community

At TAL, doing what’s right for our customers and people sits at the heart of everything we do. Our Line 1 Risk team plays a critical role in supporting the business to manage risk effectively and operate within our risk appetite. As part of this team, you’ll provide trusted advice and guidance, help identify and mitigate risks, and support change initiatives across Individual Life. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in operational risk and compliance to influence decision-making, strengthen controls, and make a meaningful impact.

You will:

• Provide high-quality, commercially aware risk and compliance advice to support business success while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Partner with stakeholders to maintain control documentation, conduct assurance reviews, and report on internal control findings.
•  Support incident management, regulatory reporting, and the escalation of risk and compliance matters.
• Contribute risk expertise to projects and initiatives, generating insights to help risk owners manage key risks effectively.
• Champion a strong risk culture by staying across regulatory developments and providing clear, practical guidance to the business.

• Tertiary qualifications and 3–5 years’ experience in Risk Management and/or Compliance.
• Background of risk and compliance within Banking or Financial Services (Insurance also would be ideal)
• Strong knowledge of risk frameworks, with experience in control assurance and risk assessments.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, including CPS230 and FAR.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to write and present clearly across forums.
• Analytical mindset with a solid understanding of the insurance industry and proficiency in relevant systems and software.

TAL is one of Australia’s leading life insurers, committed to inclusion, and supporting the career growth of our diverse workforce. We’re proud to be:  

• An Inclusive Employer – Recognised as Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency and Bronze Tier Status within the Australian Workplace Equality Index  

• Diversity Champions – Member of Diversity Council Australia, Australian Disability Network, Pride in Diversity and Champions of Change  

• Reconciliation Advocates – Read our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan. 

• We welcome applications from people with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, caregivers, individuals living with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.  

• Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Let our team know by getting in touch with us here.—we’re here to support you. 

You’re always accountable for your actions. You never give up. You strive to find the best outcomes for customers and partners. And you value working together to find the best solutions for problems.   

As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your eligibility for a role at TAL including Criminal History, Bankruptcy, Entitlement to Work, Regulatory and Reference Checks.  

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Everyone at TAL has a responsibility to do the right thing and is accountable for the way they conduct themselves. Our expectations are that you follow the principles set out in our Code of Conduct when you come to work every day. Risk management is everyone’s responsibility.

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