Strategic Risk, Assurance and Compliance Manager

Redeemer Lutheran College is one of Queensland's leading independent Christian co-educational schools, providing excellence in education within a strong faith-based community. As we continue to grow and strengthen our governance and strategic capabilities, we are seeking an experienced Strategic Risk, Assurance & Compliance Manager to join our leadership team.

This is a newly created senior role that will provide College-wide leadership across risk management, governance, compliance and assurance. Reporting to the Principal and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and College Council, you will help shape the College's future by ensuring robust governance frameworks, informed decision-making and a proactive risk-aware culture.

If you're passionate about combining strategic influence with hands‑on organisational impact in a purpose-led environment, this role will provide a rewarding challenge.

About the Role

You will be responsible for providing strategic oversight and governance assurance across the College's risk and compliance landscape.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and continuously improving the College's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework

Advising senior leaders and College Council on strategic, regulatory and emerging risks

Overseeing risk registers, control frameworks, assurance activities and compliance reporting

Leading governance, audit and assurance programs

Ownership of Workplace Health & Safety and emergency management frameworks

Driving policy governance, document control and compliance monitoring processes

Supporting privacy, information governance and regulatory compliance obligations

Coordinating accreditation and regulatory assurance activities

Building organisational capability and fostering a robust risk and compliance culture across the College

About You





You are a confident and influential leader who can balance strategic thinking with practical implementation. You are highly skilled at translating complex legislative and governance requirements into meaningful business outcomes.

To be successful, you will bring:

Significant experience in a senior risk, compliance, governance or assurance role

Tertiary qualifications in Risk Management, Governance, Law, Business, WHS or a related discipline

Demonstrated experience developing and implementing enterprise risk management frameworks

Strong understanding of governance, compliance and assurance principles

Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills

Experience preparing reports and presenting complex information to executives, boards or governing bodies

Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities

Professional certification in Risk Management, Compliance, Audit or Workplace Health & Safety

Experience within education, not‑for‑profit or member‑based organisations

Knowledge of school accreditation and education sector compliance requirements

Why Join Redeemer?

At Redeemer Lutheran College, you'll join a passionate and committed community where people are valued and purpose drives performance.

We offer:

A strategic leadership role with direct impact on organisational direction and governance

The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and College Council

A supportive and values‑driven workplace culture

Competitive remuneration package

The opportunity to contribute to the mission and future success of a leading independent Christian school

Child Safety Commitment

Redeemer Lutheran College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to hold or obtain a current Queensland Blue Card and must support the Christian ethos and values of the College.

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