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Risk & compliance manager

Melbourne
Hays
Posted: 12 July
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* Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace
* 5 weeks annual leave

Help shape the future of one of the region's most vibrant and growing communities

Step into a leadership role with one of Victoria's fastest-growing local councils-a dynamic organisation undergoing transformative change and committed to delivering exceptional services to the community.
* Flexible hybrid work environment
* Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace
* 5 weeks annual leave

Help shape the future of one of the region's most vibrant and growing communities

Step into a leadership role with one of Victoria's fastest-growing local councils-a dynamic organisation undergoing transformative change and committed to delivering exceptional services to the community.

Your new company

Hays is delighted to be partnering with The City of Melton to recruit for the newly created role of Risk & Compliance Manager. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust risk management frameworks, ensuring the business meets regulatory obligations and operates within risk appetite. This role will require collaboration across departments to identify areas of risk, recommend actionable solutions, and lead a best-practice approach to enterprise risk management.

Your new role

As our Risk and Compliance Manager, you'll be at the forefront of risk strategy and compliance-helping guide a council that's embracing innovation and growth. You'll work closely with key internal stakeholders to provide expert advice, maintain trust, and ensure we meet our regulatory obligations while staying ahead of emerging risks.
* Develop and maintain risk registers, compliance plans, and reporting systems.
* Monitor regulatory developments and translate them into practical business processes.
* Conduct internal audits and facilitate external regulatory inspections.
* Provide expert risk and compliance advice to internal stakeholders.
* Develop and maintain Council's Risk Framework to embed a proactive risk culture.
* Provide training and support to staff to enhance risk awareness and accountability.
* Manage compliance systems and reporting for the Executive, Council and Audit & Risk Committee.
* Maintain a solid understanding of the external regulatory environment and applicable standards.
* Manage Council's insurance coverage and associated claims.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in your application, you will need:
* Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
* Able to easily identify risk and compliance issues and find actionable solutions to complex issues.
* Experience leading a team and delivering end-to-end projects.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and present strategic ideas and concepts in a clear way.
* Extensive experience in the development and implementation of risk and compliance registers.
* Extensive experience utilising governance frameworks, risk management practices, and internal control principles.
* Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field and/or professional certifications are highly regarded. Equivalent practical experience in risk will also be considered.

What you'll get in return

* Help shape the future of one of the region's most vibrant and growing communities
* Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace
* 5 weeks annual leave
* Extensive Career Development & Leadership Programs
* 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave (Super is paid during parental leave)
* 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carer Leave
* Family Room available including Breastfeeding Facilities - Australian Breastfeeding Association
* Wellbeing initiatives

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role or know of someone that may be, please click 'Apply Now' or forward an updated CV to:


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Mid-Senior level


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