Manager Governance and Frameworks

As Manager – Governance and Frameworks, you'll lead our Governance Group to enable the enterprise to fulfil its risk obligations and drive governance excellence. You'll enable our vision to be the best workers' compensation insurer while making a positive difference to people's lives through robust governance frameworks and risk-aware decision-making.

This role is strategic and influential, requiring deep expertise in governance frameworks and Board effectiveness from policy development through to implementation. The scope encompasses second line governance functions, Board and committee support, corporate insurance programs, and comprehensive risk management strategies that ensure compliance and integrity. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on operational and strategic matters while fostering relationships with key stakeholders across the enterprise. As the governance leader for the Risk Group, you'll drive performance through structured frameworks, expert advisory services, and comprehensive Board support.

You'll also contribute by:

• Leading the second line governance and frameworks function to embed risk-aware decision-making and governance excellence

• Developing and implementing governance frameworks, policies, and risk management strategies ensuring regulatory compliance

• Design delivery standards, service levels, & risk reporting to enhance performance monitoring

• Manage Board, Risk and Audit Committee and People Committee calendars, preparations, and paper collation

• Lead the corporate insurance program ensuring comprehensive coverage & value

• Compile and present governance-related data and insights for Executive Leadership Team, Board, and Risk and Audit Committee reporting

• Support Company Secretary in providing Directors and Executive Leaders with essential information and structure

• Drive transformation and continuous improvement initiatives within established governance frameworks

A bit about you:

• Extensive experience in financial services, personal injury insurance, and/or legal sectors, with deep understanding of commercial, industrial, and political considerations.

• Led high-performing governance teams with strong focus on policies, frameworks, and Board effectiveness, bringing structure and excellence to complex governance environments.

• Confident engaging Executive Leadership Teams and Board members, preparing clear and concise reports suitable for senior stakeholders and building trusted advisory relationships.

• Proven track record collaborating and influencing across enterprises to drive business outcomes, with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

• Navigate complex regulatory environments with confidence, analyse long-term trends, & translate insights into actionable strategies for sustained business growth.

• Committed to governance excellence. Foster high-performance cultures where teams deliver against ambitious governance standards while maintaining compliance and integrity.

• Essential qualifications include tertiary qualification in business, risk, law or similar discipline (postgraduate qualifications highly regarded) and current professional body membership (Risk Management Association, Risk Management Institute of Australia, or Governance Institute of Australia).

A bit about us

The Governance and Frameworks team sits within our Risk Group and is dedicated to enabling governance excellence for the organisation and Queenslanders. We support each other professionally and personally - whether developing complex frameworks, preparing Board papers, or sharing insights about governance best practices. Working in a collaborative team environment within a supportive and engaged organisation, you'll enjoy hybrid working, access to personalised learning and development opportunities and the holistic support of our health and wellbeing program. We offer industry competitive salaries, a generous superannuation scheme (including co-contribution) and study assistance. Y

How do I apply?

Please submit your resume and a covering letter of no more than two pages, outlining your suitability for the role including your governance leadership experience, strategic and operational governance achievements, your motivations, and alignment with our values and vision. Applications close 5pm Friday 5th September.

We are committed to ensuring WorkCover reflects the diversity of the Queensland community. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+SB community, people of all ages, people who are neurodivergent, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Pre-employment checks will be conducted on all prospective employees. This will include a Right to Work in Australia Check, Police Check, Education Check, Reference Check and where appropriate a Visa Check. The information provided will be treated as confidential in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld).