Risk and Compliance Manager

Huntingtower has a long tradition of educational excellence and is committed to providing a safe, supportive and forward-thinking environment for our community. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Risk and Compliance Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in strengthening the School's governance, safety and compliance culture.

This is a full-time, ongoing position reporting directly to the Director of Business Operations and working closely with the Principal, School Executive and Senior Leadership Team.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and hands-on management of the School's Risk Management, OHS and Compliance Frameworks
• Maintain and monitor the whole-school Risk Register and support staff in risk assessments for excursions, camps and other activities
• Lead and support the development and review of policies, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and VRQA requirements
• Chair the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Committee, embedding a strong culture of safety across the School
• Oversee the School's Emergency Management Plans, including staff training and emergency drills
• Support the Head of Wellbeing to ensure compliance with Child Safety Standards, including training staff and embedding child safety into risk assessments
• Provide advice and reports to the Executive and Board and liaise with contractors, regulators and external networks as required

What we look for

• Tertiary qualifications in risk, governance, business, or related fields (postgraduate qualifications highly regarded)
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, OHS legislation and Child Safety requirements
• Proven experience in developing and auditing risk and compliance systems
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• High levels of discretion, integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive information
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Why Join Huntingtower?

• Be part of a supportive and professional team in an environment underpinned by Christian values
• Contribute directly to the safety, wellbeing and resilience of the School community
• Opportunities for professional learning and growth in risk, compliance and leadership

Applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check, Criminal Record Check and Level 2 First Aid & CPR qualifications.

This position is available for an immediate start.

A position description is available on the Huntingtower employment website.

If you are a dedicated, professional and collaborative person who would like to contribute to a caring

Christian environment, please submit your application via the Huntingtower School - Employment Opportunities by Friday, 19 September 2025 together with the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three referees.

We will shortlist and interview high quality applications as they are received and we strongly encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.

The School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.

Huntingtower is a child safe employer and is committed to providing a child safe culture that ensures the care, protection and safety of all children and young people.

Huntingtower is committed to upholding Victoria's Child Safe standards and has a zero tolerance of child abuse. All interested applicants will be required to familiarise themselves with Huntingtower's Child Safety Policies and Codes of Conduct located on the Huntingtower website. Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.

The School undertakes several screening processes to protect children and young people appropriately in its care.  This includes reference checks, identity checks, qualificationchecks and professional registration checks.

Huntingtower embraces non-discriminatory recruitment by providing equal employment opportunity to all and maintains strict privacy and confidentiality regarding your application. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.