ADVISOR, GOVERNANCE AND ASSURANCE

Clerk Grade: 7/8 | Employment Type: Ongoing role, Full‑Time | Base salary: $116,981 - 129,492 per annum plus superannuation | Located in Parramatta 4PSQ; regional locations may be considered (hybrid work available).

About the Role

As an Advisor, Governance and Assurance, you will contribute to the delivery of governance and assurance practices across Fair Trading. You will support the development and implementation of risk, compliance, privacy, information management and business continuity activities that strengthen organisational capability and reduce exposure.

Key Responsibilities

- Contribute to the development and delivery of governance and assurance programs, ensuring work meets organisational and government requirements.
- Support the design and delivery of projects and initiatives, applying sound project management and governance practices.
- Prepare high‑quality briefings, reports, committee papers and analysis to support decision‑making and meet compliance obligations.
- Assist in the implementation of risk, compliance and assurance activities, contributing to improved practices and outcomes.
- Build effective relationships with stakeholders to support collaboration, influence outcomes and promote a strong governance culture.
- Monitor emerging issues, trends and policy requirements, and contribute to the development of practical solutions and improvements.
- Coordinate and support multiple projects and priorities in a energetic environment.

About the Team

The Governance, Assurance and Performance team plays a key role in enabling Fair Trading to deliver confidently, responsibly and with impact.



The team partners with business areas to provide practical governance and assurance support across risk, compliance, business continuity and reporting. The focus is on proportionate, outcomes‑driven governance—helping teams understand their obligations, manage risk effectively and deliver on priorities.

About You

- Emerging governance and assurance professional who is practical, collaborative and outcomes‑focused.
- Experience supporting governance, risk, compliance or assurance activities in a complex environment.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate information into clear insights and recommendations.
- Confidence in preparing high‑quality written materials including reports, briefings and presentations.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust and work collaboratively across teams.
- Sound organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A proactive approach, with curiosity and a willingness to learn and continuously improve.
- You understand that good governance enables better outcomes and you’re motivated to contribute to a practical, proportionate and impactful function.

Salary

Salary Grade 7/8, with the base salary for this role starting at $116,981 base plus superannuation.

Closing Date

Closing Date: Tuesday 4th of August 2026 (at 9:59am).

EEO / Diversity Statement

Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace. The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.

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📌 Advisor, Governance and Assurance (City of Parramatta Council)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 City of Parramatta Council