Local Government in WA is recruiting for a Governance Manager to lead, implement, maintain and optimise all Governance processes, working closely with internal legal, risk and audit functions and ensure governance is of a high standard.

Client Details

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.

Description

• Lead the development and implementation of governance frameworks, ensuring effective risk management and continuous improvement of governance processes.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and proactive risk management across the organisation.
• Provide expert legal and governance advice to internal departments, supporting informed decision-making and operational excellence.
• Build capabilities in others, equipping teams with the necessary tools and resources to uphold governance standards.
• Collaborate across departments to drive strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the City's goals and objectives.

Profile

• A strong legal background with expertise in governance and risk management.
• Proven ability to develop and optimise governance frameworks within a complex organisation.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Ability to drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and compliance.
• A proactive approach to risk mitigation and continuous improvement.

Job Offer

• Positive and collaborative team, with a fantastic reporting line to the General Counsel.
• Excellent Superannuation scheme.
• Flexibility
• Opportunity to shape and develop processes.