At HCF, we focus on supporting better health outcomes for our members through smart, sustainable decision making. With technology playing a critical role in how we deliver for our members, we’re seeking a Business Risk Advisor to partner with our Technology division and help leaders navigate risk with confidence.
The Business Risk Advisor is embedded within the Technology business, working closely with Executives and Senior Leaders to provide trusted, practical risk advice. The role plays an integral part in the operationalisation and continuous improvement of HCF’s Risk Management Framework, supporting uplift in organisational risk maturity and strengthening risk culture across the division. Through strong partnerships with the business, the role influences decision making by supporting leaders to understand and manage risk in a way that enables delivery and innovation while operating within acceptable risk parameters.
Working directly with Technology leaders, the Business Risk Advisor provides consultation on risk matters, guidance to support sound business decisions, and develops a deep understanding of Technology operations, control environments and ways of working. Engagement in business forums and divisional discussions ensures close alignment with strategies, priorities and change initiatives, enabling risk considerations to be effectively embedded into planning and execution. The role also supports divisional risk profile discussions, contributes to meaningful risk insights and outputs, and identifies opportunities to continuously improve risk practices and processes.
About You
This role suits an experienced risk professional with a strong advisory mindset and a preference for working closely with the business. Success in the role is supported by the following experience and capabilities:
- Demonstrated experience advising on IT and technology‑related risks, including technology control environments and operating models
- Proven experience in a risk advisory or consulting role, ideally within an APRA‑regulated organisation
- Ability to interpret regulatory standards and apply them pragmatically to business and technology risk management
- Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders effectively
- Proven analytical capability, including synthesising complex information into clear, practical insights
- Sound commercial judgement and strong business acumen
- A collaborative approach with a focus on continuous improvement
- Exposure to Health, Life and/or General Insurance (desirable)
For professionals seeking an opportunity to influence outcomes, partner closely with Technology leaders and contribute meaningfully to confident, well‑managed decision making, this role offers genuine impact.
About HCF
At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we’ve been putting our members and their health first. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover 2 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.
We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
Culture & Benefits
Purpose-driven passion
We’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.
Wellness and work-life balance
We’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
Flexible working arrangements
50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
Family-friendly certified employer
18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
Discounts on HCF’s products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.
Collaboration and inclusivity
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.
Continuous learning and growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – [email protected] to discuss.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.
