Statewide Super is a great place to work!

As the industry super fund for all South Australians, Statewide Super places our members at the heart of all we do.

Our people are passionate, driven and dedicated, sharing a true desire to always do the very best we can for our members.

If you would like to join a company that challenges, develops, values and invests in its people, then Statewide Super may be the place for you.

Our culture is one of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, development and opportunity. We are inquisitive team players who seek continuous improvement in the pursuit of excellence.

We give back to the community and seek to support local businesses that make South Australia great.

We provide a competitive total reward offering and our office is conveniently located in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD.

If you are interested in a career with Statewide Super, see our current vacancies or forward your resume to iwanttowork@statewide.com.au.

Current Vacancies

• Financial Planning Support Manager

  Statewide Super is the largest and leading South Australian & Northern Territory not-for-profit Industry Superannuation Fund providing expert superannuation advice to over 140,000 members. We manage in excess of $8 billion in funds and have a clear focus on helping South Australian workers save for their retirement.

  Ideally suited for a seasoned Financial Planning support professional, this role offers the perfect opportunity to step into a leadership role, whist still undertaking a large variety of administrative and coordination activities in a busy high performing team.

  Reporting to our Head of Financial Planning, you will:

  • Provide strong, dynamic leadership that mentors, develops, and guides team members to deliver on the requirements of their role;
  • Management and oversight of all administration support requirements of the function with a heavy focus on compliance related aspects;
  • Oversight of all coordination requirements of the function, including but not limited to, ongoing client reviews and appointments, events/seminars and travel arrangements.
  • Oversight of the para planning workflow and coordination;
  • Ensuring the high performance delivery within the areas of administration, coordination and para planning with a hands on approach;
  • Provide XPlan support to the Financial Planning team, including but not limited to, template creation and maintenance, relationship management with IRESS and our XPlan support provider and the oversight of the integrity of client data;
  • Drive overall departmental KPI success by providing support to Team Leaders to ensure KPIs are met;
  • Assisting the Head of Financial Planning with the day to day running of the department and support where needed with people management needs;
  •  Any other reasonable task as requested by the Head of Financial Planning.

   To be considered for this role you will need:

  • Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning, with evidence of strong up to date working knowledge.
  • Minimum of 5 year previous experience in support functions within a financial planning team;
  • Proven leadership and people management experience;
  • Demonstrated experience in offering client solutions and meeting deadlines;
  • Strong superannuation knowledge coupled with the ability to deal with people at all levels; and
  • A strong understanding of relevant regulations and legislation

   You will also be:

  • Capable of fostering strong relationships and inspiring confidence and trust in others;
  • Resourceful and innovative with excellent problem solving skills;
  • A self-starter, capable of working autonomously, as well as a great team player;
  • Committed to sharing your professional expertise with others in the organisation and contributing to a learning culture; and
  • Organised, with a capacity to follow through.

  If you work with us, you will be working with a group of people who are passionate about growing the financial futures of our community. We value collaboration, integrity, respectful relationships, and most of all, our members.

  If you would like to work for an innovative organisation that values and rewards staff involvement and contribution to the business, supports professional development and offers great conditions please forward a cover letter and curriculum vitae to: iwanttowork@statewide.com.au.

  Statewide Super is an equal opportunity employer, committed to encouraging flexibility, valuing difference and embracing diversity. We pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of our membership and are dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. To learn more, please read our Reconciliation Action Plan.

  Please note: It is a condition of employment for this role that a National Police Clearance be obtained. Only successful candidates will be contacted due to the volume of applications received. No Agencies please.

• Client Relationship Coordinator

  Statewide Super is the largest and leading South Australian & Northern Territory not-for-profit Industry Superannuation Fund providing expert superannuation advice to over 140,000 members. We manage in excess of $8 billion in funds and have a clear focus on helping South Australian workers save for their retirement.

  The successful candidate will be a strong administrator who is proactive and thrives on supporting a busy team. They will possess great communication and problem solving skills and the ability to actively collaborate as well as work autonomously to get a job done.

  The role is responsible for the provision of the day to day administrative support for the advice team and management of the ongoing review of service of the financial planning team.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Assisting the Head of Financial Planning and Financial Planners by providing general administrative support including diary coordination; training, support and oversight over triaging for advice appointments and implementation support.
  • Managing the needs and activities to service ongoing review clients; including the preparation of Fee Disclosure Statements (FDS) and managing Opt In requirements, booking review appointments to ensure adherence to our obligations.
  • Supporting new business activities for Financial Planners, including but not limited to assisting with the preparation of events/seminars.
  • Managing the implementation of intra-fund financial planning clients.
  • Managing the integrity of client data (on Xplan) by ensuring all client details (and categories) are complete and accurate and ensuring compliance is adhered to, particularly when related to data and workflow management.

  Minimum requirements:

  • Relevant university degree and/or Diploma of Financial Planning (desirable).
  • Strong proven administration support experience, with at least 1 year experience providing support to a financial planning team (desirable).
  • Good superannuation knowledge with an understanding of the superannuation regulatory environment.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high volumes of work and meet deadlines.
  • Good communication and relationship building skills with a high level of integrity and professionalism.

  If you work with us, you will be working with a group of people who are passionate about growing the financial futures of our community. We value collaboration, integrity, respectful relationships, and most of all, our members.

  If you would like to work for an innovative organisation that values and rewards staff involvement and contribution to the business, supports professional development and offers great conditions please forward a cover letter and curriculum vitae to: iwanttowork@statewide.com.au.

  Statewide Super is an equal opportunity employer, committed to encouraging flexibility, valuing difference and embracing diversity. We pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of our membership and are dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. To learn more, please read our Reconciliation Action Plan.

  Please note: It is a condition of employment for this role that a National Police Clearance be obtained. Only successful candidates will be contacted due to the volume of applications received. No Agencies please.

• Head of Financial Planning

  Statewide Super is the largest and leading South Australian & Northern Territory not-for-profit Industry Superannuation Fund providing expert superannuation advice to over 140,000 members. We manage in excess of $8 billion in funds and have a clear focus on helping South Australian workers save for their retirement.

  Due to internal promotion, we have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned financial planning leader to join our member focused, high performing advice team. This is a rare opportunity to bring your significant financial planning experience to lead a team where you will drive strategy and be the SME for technical and legislative financial planning matters within the fund, whilst maintaining responsibility for leading our dedicated financial planning team.

  Key responsibilities of the role are:

  • Oversight responsibilities for all financial planning activities with a continuous improvement approach;
  • Mentor and develop staff, with a particular focus on ongoing learning, personal growth and sharing of wisdom within the team;
  • Maintain high compliance standards within a self-licensed environment, including a continued drive towards meeting best interest duty and providing strong member outcomes;
  • Proactively identify and nurture opportunities that support Statewide Super’s strategic objectives for advice enhancing the member experience;
  • Presenting at seminars, driving positive member outcomes;
  • Oversee the Approved Product Committee responsibilities and further development of the AFSL; and
  • Meeting revenue targets to retain a cost recovery business model.

  To be considered for this role you will need:

  • Degree in a relevant field with CFP, CPA, Adv Dip FP or other relevant financial planning designations;
  • Minimum of 5 years’ previous experience in leading and developing an advice team with a fee for service model, inspiring confidence and achieving results;
  • Strong commercial acumen with proven leadership and people management experience;
  • A proactive style and a track record in building new business for advice whilst maintaining existing client satisfaction;
  • Demonstrated ability to work within compliance frameworks, with experience in the creation/development of standards within a self-licensed environment advantageous;
  • A strong (and current) knowledge of financial planning legislation and professional standards, insurance, investments, taxation & superannuation rules, products and processes;
  • Significant experience in presenting, including preparation of presentations which break down complex topics into engaging subject matter; and
  • Committed to sharing your professional expertise with others in the organisation and contributing to a learning culture.

  If you work with us, you will be working with a group of people who are passionate about growing the financial futures of our community. We value collaboration, integrity, respectful relationships, and most of all, our members.

  If you would like to work for an innovative organisation that values and rewards staff involvement and contribution to the business, supports professional development and offers great conditions please forward a cover letter and curriculum vitae to: iwanttowork@statewide.com.au.

  Statewide Super is an equal opportunity employer, committed to encouraging flexibility, valuing difference and embracing diversity. We pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of our membership and are dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. To learn more, please read our Reconciliation Action Plan.

  Please note: It is a condition of employment for this role that a National Police Clearance be obtained. Only successful candidates will be contacted due to the volume of applications received. No Agencies please.

• Claims Officer

  Statewide Super is the largest and leading South Australian & Northern Territory not-for-profit Industry Superannuation Fund providing expert superannuation advice to over 140,000 members. We manage in excess of $8 billion in funds and have a clear focus on helping South Australian workers save for their retirement.

  The role is responsible for the effective management and processing of insurance applications and claims, as well as assisting with the handling of death benefit claims and inquiries, processing of transactions and resolution of member service issues, to meet and exceed member expectations.

  To be successful in this role you will be an experienced claims administrator from either the Superannuation or Insurance Industry. You will have a strong member focus, be a great communicator with excellent attention to detail and strive to problem solve and ‘think outside the box’ to exceed service standards.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Process claims application information for new/existing members ensuring that administration service standards are achieved;
  • Ensure that claims and application queues are proactively managed at all times, to meet and exceed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and member expectations;
  • Process claims and benefits, including management of Death, TPD and IP claims (including ill health) which may include calculating and processing of benefit levels;
  • Ensure applications, updates, claims and payments are accurate and completed in a cost effective, and timely fashion (within SLAs);
  • Utilise and maintain up to date knowledge of taxation, superannuation, retirement and life insurance legislation and policy impacting the administration of the Fund;
  • Contribute to streamlining and improving processes to ensure an optimal member experience;
  • Facilitate positive outcomes for members by collaborating with internal and external parties and seeking additional supervisory support to resolve complex transactions or queries;
  • Provide superior customer service to our members by ensuring the quality and accuracy of information, efficiency and timeliness of responses and follow through on what we commit to do; and
  • Ensure adequate and timely reporting of all potentially significant complaints, problems and incidents.

  Minimum requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ claims experience within the superannuation or insurance industry;
  • Degree in a relevant field or equivalent years of experience;
  • RG146 certification;
  • Strong knowledge of insurance and effective claims management, in the context of a member-focused philosophy;
  • A good understanding of relevant regulations and legislation; and
  • Proven experience in claims processing, including calculating superannuation and insured benefits, dealing with insurance issues and processing of benefit levels.

  If you work with us, you will be working with a group of people who are passionate about growing the financial futures of our community. We value collaboration, integrity, respectful relationships, and most of all, our members.

  If you would like to work for an innovative organisation that values and rewards staff involvement and contribution to the business, supports professional development and offers great conditions please forward a cover letter and curriculum vitae to: iwanttowork@statewide.com.au.

  Statewide Super is an equal opportunity employer, committed to encouraging flexibility, valuing difference and embracing diversity. We pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of our membership and are dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. To learn more, please read our Reconciliation Action Plan.
  Please note: It is a condition of employment for this role that a National Police Clearance be obtained. Only successful candidates will be contacted due to the volume of applications received. No Agencies please.

• Executive Assistant to the CEO

  Statewide Super is the largest and leading South Australian & Northern Territory not-for-profit Industry Superannuation Fund providing expert superannuation advice to over 140,000 members. We manage in excess of $8 billion in funds and have a clear focus on helping South Australian workers save for their retirement.

  We have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Executive Assistant to support our new CEO! In this dynamic role, you will have the opportunity to support a member and people focused leader by providing essential executive support, as well as performing a range of coordination, event management, analytical and reporting responsibilities.

  To be successful in this role you will be, warm and engaging with solid commercial acumen. Initiative driven with strong communication capabilities, both verbal and written. Member focused, with excellent interpersonal skills to build rapport among both internal and external stakeholders.

  Key responsibilities of the role:

  • Anticipate, organise and coordinate work flows through email and diary management, managing incoming and outgoing correspondence including email, filtering according to priorities, letters and meetings.
  • Arrange and support the travel, accommodation, itineraries, expenses, filing and other administration for the CEO in accordance with relevant policy requirements.
  • Attend sponsorship events to actively support the CEO.
  • Facilitate public relations support for the CEO in his role as the face of Statewide Super.
  • Run and facilitate company-wide personal assistant/coordinator team meetings, focusing on providing consistency in service delivery and collaboration across the business and driving organisational cultural development.
  • Coordinate internal and external meetings, functions and conferences, including Board Meetings.
  • Support the Chairman and Directors as required with their interactions with the CEO and participation at Board and Committee meetings.
  • Attend individual meetings with the CEO and the Leadership Team to summarise outcomes and track progress, in accordance with agreed upon plans.
  • Undertake research and prepare draft reports, analytics and presentations.
  • Prepare and deliver updated action plans for the Leadership Team to ensure currency.
  • Collaborate with the People & Culture Team to drive culture change initiatives and ensure the CEO’s active participation in such initiatives.
  • Act as a coordination resources for the Reconciliation Action Plan Chair and assist with facilitating and coordinating the delivery of Statewide Super’s responsibilities, in particular in relation to the relationship with AIST.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business.
  • Undertake adhoc project work as required.

  The successful candidate will have:

  • Minimum of 5 years proven experience in the provision of senior executive level support in a corporate environment working directly with a CEO, Boards and Directors.
  • Demonstrated experience in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support related tasks with the ability to work independently and proactively.
  • Proven experience in building trusted professional relationships and strong networks, as well as driving a culture of collaboration and high performance.
  • Strong experience in dealing with highly sensitive confidential matters, professionally with discretion.
  • Proven ability to use own judgement to effectively manage workloads, prioritise tasks and clearly communicate when understanding responsibilities and delivering services.

  If you work with us, you will be working with a group of people who are passionate about growing the financial futures of our community. We value collaboration, integrity, respectful relationships, and most of all, our members.

  If you would like to work for an innovative organisation that values and rewards staff involvement and contribution to the business, supports professional development and offers great conditions please forward a cover letter and curriculum vitae to: iwanttowork@statewide.com.au.

  Statewide Super is an equal opportunity employer, committed to encouraging flexibility, valuing difference and embracing diversity. We pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of our membership and are dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. To learn more, please read our Reconciliation Action Plan.

  Please note: It is a condition of employment for this role that a National Police Clearance be obtained. Only successful candidates will be contacted due to the volume of applications received. No Agencies please.

   

• Senior Investment Manager

  Statewide Super is the largest and leading South Australian & Northern Territory not-for-profit Industry Superannuation Fund providing expert superannuation advice to over 140,000 members. We manage in excess of $8 billion in funds and have a clear focus on helping South Australian workers save for their retirement.

  This is a rare opportunity to join our award winning investment team!

  In this role you will be part of a small high performing team, who works to implement and manage the Board’s investment policy to achieve strategic investment and operational objectives.

  You will be responsible for the specialist management of investments within your specific asset classes and monitoring markets for emerging directions and investment opportunities, whist providing generalist support to other investment managers and the CIO across other asset classes.

  You will have:

  • A Master's Degree in actuarial, finance, investment management or related field;
  • At least 5 years investment experience in one or more of;
  • Fixed income
  • Property (commercial, retail and industrial)
  • Infrastructure
  • Hedge Funds
  • Direct Assets
  • Alternatives
  • Outstanding investment knowledge; and
  • A good understanding of the superannuation regulatory environment.

  You will be:

  • A self-starter as well as a great team player;
  • Motivated and innovative with excellent problem solving skills;
  • Organised, with a capacity to follow through;
  • Strongly member focused;
  • Capable of fostering strong relationships and inspiring confidence and trust in others; and
  • Committed to sharing your professional expertise with others in the organisation and contributing to a learning culture.

  If you work with us, you will be working with a group of people who are passionate about growing the financial futures of our community. We value collaboration, integrity, respectful relationships, and most of all, our members.

  If you would like to work for an innovative organisation that values and rewards staff involvement and contribution to the business, supports professional development and offers great conditions please forward a cover letter and curriculum vitae to: iwanttowork@statewide.com.au.

  Statewide Super is an equal opportunity employer, committed to encouraging flexibility, valuing difference and embracing diversity. We pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of our membership and are dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. To learn more, please read our Reconciliation Action Plan.

  Please note: It is a condition of employment for this role that a National Police Clearance be obtained. Only successful candidates will be contacted due to the volume of applications received. No Agencies please.

• Accountant

  Statewide Super is the largest and leading South Australian & Northern Territory not-for-profit Industry Superannuation Fund providing expert superannuation advice to over 140,000 members. We manage in excess of $8 billion in funds and have a clear focus on helping South Australians save for their retirement.

  We are seeking an experienced, driven and astute Accountant, who is capable of contributing to our operational accounting function and ensuring the Fund meets its financial and statutory obligations. Also fundamental to the success of the role is the ability to support the effective strategic planning, through provision of analytics, forecasting and financial modelling.

  Reporting to our Financial Controller, you will be responsible for:

  • Preparation of monthly management accounts for the Fund
  • Preparation of year-end statutory accounts for the Fund and Special Purpose Vehicles
  • Preparation of tax calculations for the Fund including annual tax returns for the Trust and Special Purpose Vehicles
  • Coordination of Australian and foreign tax returns for the Fund and Special Purpose Vehicles
  • Reconciliation for the Fund’s unit pricing, including calculation of Net Asset Value, tax write backs and effective tax rates
  • Preparation of BAS returns
  • Preparation of APRA reporting
  • Reconciliation of investment returns
  • Interpreting changes in legislation, APRA requirements and other critical trends to support the production of forecasts and financial models
  • Assist with the preparation of budgets
  • Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Financial Controller.

  To be considered for this role you will need to hold:

  • Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance or commerce
  • CA or CPA professional accreditation

  Financial services exposure, or experience working in a highly regulated environment, will be highly regarded. This role will also suit someone who is looking to move out of a big 4 or mid-tier firm environment into commercial practice.

  You will also be:

  • Resourceful and innovative with excellent critical thinking skills;
  • Eager to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the finance remit, as well as across the Fund;
  • An exceptional communicator, with superior oral and written communication skills;
  • A self-starter, capable of working autonomously, as well as a great team player;
  • Organised, with a capacity to follow through;
  • A super-user of Microsoft Excel and adept at picking up new systems; and
  • Curious and willing to learn – Statewide Super is passionate about enabling people to cross-skill, grow and fulfil their potential.

  If you work with us, you will be working with a group of people who are passionate about growing the financial future of our community. We value collaboration, integrity, respectful relationships, and most of all, our members.

  If you would like to work for an innovative organisation that values and rewards staff involvement and contribution to the business, supports professional development and offers great conditions please forward a cover letter and curriculum vitae to: iwanttowork@statewide.com.au.

  Statewide Super is an equal opportunity employer, committed to encouraging flexibility, valuing difference and embracing diversity. We pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of our membership and are dedicated to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. To learn more, please read our Reconciliation Action Plan.

  Please note: It is a condition of employment for this role that a National Police Clearance be obtained. Only successful candidates will be contacted due to the volume of applications received. No Agencies please.