Shaping the next generation of super leaders

 

AIST’s SuperGrads welcomes all industry, public sector and corporate superannuation funds that support the profit-to-member superannuation sector, to participate in the 12-month program.

Program Overview

Launched in 2004, the program provides graduates or existing employees within the funds a pathway to leadership in this $1.6 trillion industry.

Program Objectives

As an initiative run by the industry for the industry, SuperGrads allows us to showcase our rapidly growing sector and the variety of excellent career opportunities that exist within it. AIST is committed to identifying and developing talented individuals graduating from universities across the country in a variety of specialist fields to work in the profit-to-member superannuation industry.

In fostering the next generation of leaders, the program aims to develop individuals who are genuinely committed to making a difference to the quality of retirement for working people and their families, providing them with a comprehensive understanding of the underlying ethos of profit-to-member superannuation.

At a glance:

  • An intimate group of graduates per year
  • A paid full-time 12-month role at a profit-to-member super fund or related entity
  • Roles vary in Finance, Investment, Data Analytics, Marketing, HR and IT.
  • Nationally recognised RG 146 Foundations of Super training
  • A tailored professional development plan
  • Two residentials including industry specific learning, soft skills training and coaching
  • Attendance at Australia’s largest profit-to-member superannuation conference (CMSF)
  • Access to a formal mentor from the industry
  • A three-day union placement  
  • Networking opportunities with peers and senior industry leaders

 

A competitive salary, excellent working conditions and the opportunity to work and study with the full support of your employer.

Industry Support

This program will be coordinated by AIST on behalf of industry, public sector and corporate superannuation funds and associated service providers.

Employer Testimonials

"The SuperGrads program is vital if we want to recruit and develop future leaders who understand the history and ethos of the sector and our unwavering focus on member best interests - whether they are employed in investment, member services, governance or communications. The program injects a cohort of impressive, enthusiastic and diverse young people into the sector." Catherine (Cate) Wood, Chair-Member Director, CareSuper 
  
"The SuperGrads program provided us with a great range of quality candidates - people who might never have considered the superannuation industry as a career option.  The program has provided our chosen candidate with a broad understanding of our sector and the industry, and I would recommend it to others."
Leeanne Turner, CEO MTAA Super

"Equip is again participating in the AIST graduate program after a great experience in 2014. Our former graduate was a great fit and has remained with Equip as a valued member of our team. The program is thorough and the opportunities for graduates to work together on group projects throughout the year provides great networking and learning experiences." Sarah Guthleben, Executive Officer People, Capability and Enablement, EquipSuper