Responsibilities shuffled for AustralianSuper's Group Executive, Finance and Operations

New responsibilities are being added for AustralianSuper's Peter Curtis in the newly-created role of group executive, finance and operations following the retirement of Tony Cavanagh, who was most recently group executive for risk and compliance.

Curtis joined AustralianSuper shortly after its inception in 2006.

Several other moves were announced, including the promotion of Paul Schroder to chief risk officer and Sarah Burley to acting group executive for strategy, brand, and reputation.

AustralianSuper Chief Executive, Ian Silk, said the new appointments placed the organisation in a strong position to continue to deliver for members and prepare for its next phase of growth.

"AustralianSuper is committed to continuing to generate strong performance for members and these appointments will ensure we can deliver on our mission of helping members achieve their best possible retirement outcome," Silk said.

"The Fund is extremely fortunate to have such strong internal candidates to fill executive roles as they become available."

"Paul, Sarah and Peter have extensive experience in financial services and are well placed to help lead the organisation while always ensuring members' best interests are placed at the centre of our decision making and actions."

Cavanagh retired after spending 30 years in the finance industry, the last 12 with AustralianSuper.