Coordinator Governance Legal and Risk
City Of Nedlands
Posted 9 days ago
Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in governance, legal, and risk management? This is an exciting opportunity for a professional looking to transition from litigation into an in-house governance role, where you can make a significant impact on the City's operations.
About the City
The City of Nedlands is located 7km from the Perth CBD and includes a diverse range of features from the beautiful river foreshore of Dalkeith and Nedlands to the crisp white sands of Swanbourne beach. With a dedicated workforce of professional service providers, we are committed to ensuring the City of Nedlands is a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community with a high standard of local services and facilities.
About the role
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Coordinator Governance Legal and Risk is responsible for providing expert legal and governance advice to staff and Elected Members, ensuring compliance with the Local Government Act 1995 and best practice standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the implementation of the City's Risk Management and Governance Frameworks to ensure effective risk management and transparency.
- Managing the engagement of external legal counsel and maintaining a comprehensive Register of Legal Advice.
- Providing high-level governance support to staff, Elected Members, and the Governance Committee, including policy development, compliance oversight, and election administration.
- Supervising and guiding the Governance Legal and Risk team to achieve performance goals and maintain safe work practices.
About the successful candidate
The ideal candidate will have strong legal and governance expertise, a solid understanding of relevant legislation, and a proven ability to manage risk and compliance effectively. An understanding of the Local Government Act 1995 will be advantageous.
Other essential requirements include:
- A tertiary qualification in Business, Management, Law, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Experience in governance, legal advisory, and risk management.
- Strong analytical, research, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- A current National Police Certificate.
What we offer
This is a permanent, full-time position offering a cash salary ranging from $115,291 to $133,968 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus superannuation. Please note that this salary range includes the scheduled annual review effective July 2025.
Part-time work, 30.8 hours per week (Monday – Friday), will also be considered for the right candidate.
- 5 weeks Annual Leave.
- Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks primary carer / 2 weeks partner leave).
- Up to 14% superannuation contributions.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program & Healthy Workplace Initiatives.
- Fitness Passport wellness program access.
- Private health insurance corporate discounts.
- Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice options.
Additional details
Please read the position description to ensure a full understanding of the role. Applications must include a cover letter (not more than one page) and a resume demonstrating your suitability for the role. Confidential enquiries can be directed to Human Resources on (08) 9273 3500.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted online via the City’s website before 5pm AWST, Tuesday 8 July 2025.
Please note that early applications are highly recommended as the City reserves the right to close applications and appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.
About City Of Nedlands
The City of Nedlands is situated just 7km from Perth and stretches from the banks of the beautiful Swan River to the edge of the Indian Ocean. A population of over 21,000 live in the suburbs Nedlands, Dalkeith, Mt Claremont, Swanbourne, Karrakatta, and parts of Floreat and Shenton Park. Information for new residents is available to help you settle in comfortably.
On 1 July, 1959 the City of Nedlands was proclaimed at the command of Governor Sir Charles Gairdner, in the packed Dalkeith Civic Hall. Mr Allan Jenkins read out the proclamation and the Minister for Local Government, Mr Leslie Logan, M.L.C. conducted the official swearing in ceremony of the new Mayor, John Charles Smith, the twelve new Councillors and the auditors. He then appointed Mr Allan Jenkins as the City's first Town Clerk. Among those present was MLA for Nedlands, Deputy Premier Charles Court.
Significant events and dates that contributed to the development of the City of Nedlands:
1893: The first move to establish Local Government in our area with the creation of the Claremont Road Board on 31 March, 1893, governing a total area of ten square miles; forty years after the death of Adam Armstrong, Nedlands' first resident.
1898: Approximately two square miles excised to form the Municipality of Claremont.
1932: Name changed from Claremont Road Board to Nedlands Road Board.
1956: Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the Municipality of Nedlands.
1959: One hundred and thirty years after the first British settlement around the Swan River, Nedlands achieved City status. Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the City of Nedlands while under the guidance of Mayor John Charles Smith Esq., JP Mayor.
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