Manager, Risk and Records Management

About Us

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the `Courts Group'.

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

CCV

The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial matters. In its criminal jurisdiction, the Court hears all indictable offences except treason, murder, and related offences.

There are a total of 80 Judges of the Court and over 300 staff, including judicial support staff. The County Court regularly conducts circuit sittings at 12 circuit courts situated in major centres throughout regional Victoria.

The County Court is committed to continuous improvement in accordance with the International Framework for Court Excellence. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to lead the Risk and Records Management function. This role plays a critical part in promoting a positive risk culture, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the Court's governance, audit and assurance programs.

In this role, you will oversee strategic and operational risk registers, lead the Records Management team, and provide expert advice on emerging issues. You will also support the Court's Risk, Audit and Finance Committee and contribute to the development of governance policies and frameworks. You will be responsible for:

• leading and managing the Records Management function and personnel
• maintaining and monitoring strategic and operational risk registers
• providing secretariat support to the Risk, Audit and Finance Committee
• managing internal and external audit programs and track implementation of recommendations
• developing and reviewing governance policies and procedures
• collaborating with stakeholders to assess critical incidents and drive business process improvements
• support the Director, Business Services in delivering strategic risk and audit initiatives

About You

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to influence and communicate effectively across all levels. You will be resilient, collaborative and committed to public sector values.

Experience in risk management and a solid understanding of the effective identification and management of risk and compliance issues in an operational environment is desirable.

How to apply

Click the `Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• resume
• a short cover letter

Other information

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, we conduct pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially and with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both our candidates and the organisation.