Senior Legal Professional

7 days ago

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia beBeeCorporate Full time $140,703 - $161,122

Job Title: Corporate Secretary

This role is critical to the achievement of the WorkCover Tasmania Board and WorkSafe Tasmania's objectives, including the performance of functions and exercise of powers under relevant legislation.

The position is responsible for managing the Corporate Governance Unit, overseeing two teams (Business Services and the Secretariat) comprising approximately 15 positions. The objective is to support the Chair and the WorkCover Tasmania Board by managing and leading the Secretariat through the coordination of the Board's activities in relation to the performance of functions and exercise of powers under the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988, Work Health and Safety Act 2012 and the Asbestos-Related Diseases (Occupational Exposure) Compensation Act 2011.

  • Manage corporate governance for WorkSafe Tasmania, including risk and business reporting and analysis, strategy, legal services, and business services and support.
  • Contribute to the policy development, strategic planning and future directions of the Board and WorkSafe Tasmania as a member of WorkSafe Tasmania's Executive Team.
  • As secretary to the Board under the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988, section 14, provide Secretariat oversight of the Board and associated subcommittee activities and proactive advice to the Board on corporate governance.
  • Provide legal advice to and representation for the Board and WorkSafe Tasmania regarding all areas of law, and liaise with authorities regarding formal requests for advice and legal services consistent with any applicable guidelines.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Admitted or eligible for immediate admission as a Barrister or Practitioner of the Supreme Court of Tasmania.
  • At least three years' experience in legal practice relevant to the duties of the position and experience as a company secretary or in a board environment.
  • Membership of the Australian Institute of Company Directors or the Governance Institute of Australia.

Benefits:

  • Award/Classification: Tasmanian State Service Award - Legal Practitioners - Level 3.
  • Salary: $140,703.00 to $161,122.00 per annum.
  • Employment type: Permanent, flexible.
  • Location: Rosny.

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