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Executive Director, Governance and Legal

2 months ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Full time

About the Role:

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) is a leading non-government education system in Australia, operating over 300 primary and secondary schools. As the owner-operator of this extensive network, MACS employs 16,000 staff and educates over 114,000 students, fostering a culture of academic excellence and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of legal and professional standards, governance, and information management.
  • Lead a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring the effective implementation of Company Secretariat services and operating with a high level of autonomy.
  • Offer expert legal and commercial advice to the Executive Director and leadership team, ensuring MACS operates within canonical and civil law, and its rights are adequately protected.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, including government and regulatory bodies, to embed mature risk-based decision making in dynamic organisations.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as General Counsel in a large organisation, with a strong track record of collaborative and collegiate professional and executive leadership.
  • Outstanding legal, commercial, governance, and advisory skills, with a deep understanding of relevant legislation.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in engaging with critical stakeholders, including government and regulatory bodies.
  • Ability to embed mature risk-based decision making in dynamic organisations.

What We Offer:

  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A competitive remuneration package.