Manager Technology Assurance

Join to apply for the Manager Technology Assurance role at Auto & General Australia . As our Manager Technology Assurance, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring that Auto & General’s technology systems and digital platforms operate safely, securely, and effectively. You will lead independent assurance reviews across our technology landscape, assessing the effectiveness of IT controls, risk management practices, and emerging technology initiatives. Partnering with a team of Assurance Analysts, you’ll provide strategic insights that shape technology risk decisions, strengthen compliance, and support senior leadership in safeguarding the organisation’s digital environment. Position Accountabilities Lead Technology Assurance Programs: Oversee and deliver the annual assurance plan with a focus on technology systems, digital platforms, and emerging technologies, ensuring IT controls are robust and effective. Drive Regulatory & Policy Compliance: Ensure technology operations comply with internal policies and external regulations (APRA, ASIC), collaborating closely with the Compliance and IT teams to resolve issues. Provide Strategic Technology Insights: Deliver actionable assurance reports and recommendations on technology risk and control effectiveness, influencing senior leadership and committee decisions. Foster Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships with executives, technology leaders, and key stakeholders to embed a proactive technology risk culture. Champion Innovation in Assurance: Continuously improve technology assurance methodologies, leveraging new tools and techniques to enhance efficiency, coverage, and insight. Lead and Develop the Assurance Team: Mentor and guide Assurance Analysts in conducting technology-focused reviews, control testing, and risk assessments, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Drive Strategic Tech Initiatives: Lead cross‑functional projects related to operational and technology risk, providing assurance input for digital transformation, IT programs, and emerging technology adoption. What Experience You’ll Bring Proven Technology Risk Expertise: 5+ years in risk, assurance, audit, or compliance, including 2–3 years in 2LOD technology assurance or IT risk. Technical & Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of IT controls, risk frameworks (COSO, ISO 31000), and regulations (APRA CPS 220/230/234, ASIC RG 271). Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate complex technology risks into clear, actionable insights. Qualifications: Bachelor’s in Technology, Finance, Business, Risk, or Law; professional certifications (CISA, CIA, CRISC, CPA) highly desirable. Stakeholder & Communication Skills: Able to influence and present confidently to executive‑level stakeholders. Leadership Skills: Experience leading and developing high‑performing assurance or risk teams. Demonstrated expertise in designing, executing, and overseeing complex risk assessments, control testing, and assurance reviews. Thorough understanding of the Technology Landscape, especially emerging technologies with a risk lens. Location – Toowong: Close to a variety of public transport and easy parking options, the Toowong office has excellent end‑of‑trip facilities (including secure bike storage and showers), outdoor spaces and plenty of modern collaborative areas to work and connect with colleagues. Conveniently based at Toowong Village tower with views of the mountains and the Brisbane River, our location is only 4 km from the city and provides access to retail, restaurants and other amenities. The Benefits Of Working At A&G Be rewarded – we recognise high performance and reward our people for their hard work through bonuses and other perks. Work flexibility – with options to work from home up to two days per week. Options for leave – life happens, so we’ve got volunteer days, an additional paid ‘ME’ day, paid parental leave and the opportunity to purchase additional leave to cover all of the big stuff. Grow with us – we’ve got learning and professional development opportunities to suit everyone. Give back – our A&G Difference program gives you the power to change our community for the better through volunteering, fundraising and donation opportunities for causes that you’re passionate about. Take care of yourself – your wellbeing is important to us and our healthy mind and body hub, mental‑health support and fitness discounts will help you be your best self. Celebrate the wins – we love sharing our successes and celebrating together – join us and you’ve got a ticket to our many on‑site events throughout the year, family fun days and annual celebrations. Save money – as well as discounts on insurance products, we’ve teamed up with some incredible retailers, hospitality providers and others to bring you discounts on your purchases, no matter where you are in Australia. About Us Auto & General (A&G) is the fastest‑growing major Motor and Home insurer in Australia, providing insurance products and solutions to safeguard a brighter future for our customers and community. Our range of general insurance products including Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents, Pet and Travel products are delivered through our multi‑award‑winning brand Budget Direct and partnerships with leading brands – ING, Qantas, Virgin Money and Coles Insurance. We’re excited about the future and we’re always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals who can help us achieve our goal of being Australia’s best insurer If this sounds like you, apply today. Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all. A note from Auto & General to recruitment agencies: We politely ask that you avoid making any approaches or sending any unsolicited resumes to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Leaders across our business. Auto & General is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Insurance Location Brisbane, Queensland, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr