Governance Manager for Local Government department in WA
About Our Client
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic Governance Lead to join a prominent local government in Western Australia. The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing, maintaining, and optimising the governance frameworks that support the City's strategic goals, ensuring compliance, ethical standards, and operational alignment.
Job Description
1. Lead the development and implementation of governance frameworks, ensuring effective risk management and continuous improvement of governance processes.
2. Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and proactive risk management across the organisation.
3. Provide expert legal and governance advice to internal departments, supporting informed decision-making and operational excellence.
4. Build capabilities in others, equipping teams with the necessary tools and resources to uphold governance standards.
5. Collaborate across departments to drive strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the City's goals and objectives.
The Successful Applicant
1. A strong legal background with expertise in governance and risk management.
2. Proven ability to develop and optimise governance frameworks within a complex organisation.
3. Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
4. Ability to drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and compliance.
5. A proactive approach to risk mitigation and continuous improvement.
What's on Offer
1. Positive and collaborative team, with a fantastic reporting line to the General Counsel.
2. Excellent Superannuation scheme.
3. Flexibility.
4. Opportunity to shape and develop processes.