Company Robert Half Executive Search has been exclusively retained by a leading aged care provider in Tasmania to appoint a strategic and hands‑on General Manager Risk & Compliance. The role will provide executive leadership and strategic oversight across the organisation’s enterprise risk, compliance, quality, and governance functions. It will be based in Hobart, with relocation assistance provided.
Role Overview As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the General Manager Risk & Compliance reports to the Chief Financial Officer and works closely with the CEO, Board and other senior leaders. The incumbent will act as a trusted advisor, promoting ethical decision‑making and a strong risk culture throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Enterprise Risk Management Framework, maintain and monitor the enterprise risk register, and promote a risk and compliance culture through education and transparent reporting.
Ensure compliance with key legislation – the Aged Care Act 2024, Corporations Act, ACNC requirements, WHS, Privacy and Fair Work Acts – and provide in‑house legal advice, managing contractual and governance matters.
Drive the Quality and Continuous Improvement Framework: maintain current policies and procedures, oversee compliance audits, and embed consumer and workforce feedback into quality initiatives.
Maintain statutory registers and corporate governance records, advise on governance practices, support induction, training and board reporting.
Deliver accurate, timely reports on risk, compliance, governance and legal matters; coordinate internal and external audits, accreditation and regulatory reviews; and provide independent assurance to the Board that statutory obligations and risk frameworks are effective.
Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be an experienced enterprise risk leader with a strong background in highly regulated environments. Experience in aged care, health, NDIS, childcare or other not‑for‑profit sectors is highly desirable. Understanding of clinical risk is advantageous.
Qualifications & Experience
Tertiary qualifications in Law, Risk Management, Governance, Business or a related discipline. Postgraduate or professional qualifications (GAICD, GIA, CPA, CA, MBA) are desirable.
5+ years of senior leadership experience overseeing risk, compliance, quality and governance, ideally in an aged care environment.
Expert knowledge of statutory and regulatory obligations relevant to aged care and not‑for‑profit sectors.
Proven ability to design and embed integrated risk and compliance frameworks.
Skilled in interpreting complex legislation and providing practical, solutions‑focused advice at the Executive and Board level.
Ability to build trusted relationships with regulators, auditors, Boards and operational leaders.
Understanding of compliance requirements within the Aged Care Act 2024, ASIC and ACNC regulations is advantageous.
Adaptable, proactive and forward‑thinking, thriving in a fast‑paced, agile environment.
NDIS endorsement and police checks are required.
Attributes
Strong commitment to aged care and its positive impact on the community.
Energy, integrity and a passion for establishing a proactive risk culture.
EEO Statement PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY APPLICANTS WITH FULL WORKING RIGHTS IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Application Process Your application will be assessed within 3–5 working days. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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