Senior Governance Officer

1 month ago

Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

About the Role


This position is crucial for ensuring effective corporate governance at the University. It involves providing governance support to committees and subsidiary boards, offering policy advice, ensuring delegations are observed, managing business efficiently, and meeting reporting requirements. As a company secretary for subsidiaries, the role entails ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies. Additionally, it assists the University’s principal governance officers in maintaining good governance practices, advises the University community on legal and policy frameworks, and develops governance resources.

Your responsibilities will include:

Provide comprehensive corporate governance support to subsidiary companies, governance committees, and principal governance officers, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies. Act as a company secretary for subsidiary companies, overseeing statutory obligations, preparing reports, coordinating board meetings, and advising on governance matters. Advise and support the University community on governance policies, legislation, and protocols, ensuring effective communication and implementation of governance decisions.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented governance expert with extensive experience in providing company secretary and/or corporate governance support. The ideal candidate will have, or be able to cultivate, a deep understanding of University legislation, policies, and external frameworks. Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Demonstrated experience in interpreting, applying, explaining and developing policies, guidelines, procedures and complex rules is essential. Experience managing sensitive information and a proven track record of success in a committee support or company secretary role is also desirable. 

You will also have a postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, a degree in Law, AICD or other recognised company secretary qualification, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training. 

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position . This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team – Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) Portfolio enables quality outcomes for students, staff and partners by delivering University-wide services and operational support to meet the organisation's evolving needs and strategic goals. The portfolio also works in partnership with teams across the University to drive innovation, transformation and improved performance, within and across functions. It is responsible for functions relating to the University’s finances, property, technology, legal and risk management, student and academic support, research and innovation services, operational performance, business services and sustainability.

What we offer you
 In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page

The University of Melbourne
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
 We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

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