Are you a governance professional who thrives on precision, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact at Board level?
We're looking for a Board Governance Manager to join our Company Secretariat team.
In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting Equity Trustees' Boards and Committees, providing high-quality company secretarial services, governance advice, and ensuring regulatory obligations are met across the Group.Working closely with the Company Secretary, you'll help drive effective governance practices, support Board and Committee operations, and contribute to the continued success of one of Australia's leading trustee companies.What you'll doAct as Company Secretary for designated subsidiary Boards and Committees, ensuring governance processes, statutory records, and meeting outcomes are effectively managedCoordinate and administer the end-to-end Board and Committee cycle, including agendas, papers, minutes, resolutions, and action trackingMaintain corporate records, statutory registers, governance frameworks, and entity information across the Group while meeting ASIC, APRA, ACNC and ASX obligationsManage and maintain the Board portal (Diligent) and governance intranet resources, ensuring information remains current, secure and accessibleProvide governance, procedural and regulatory guidance to Directors, Chairs, senior leaders and stakeholders across the organisationSupport governance projects, annual Board activities, Director appointments, attestations, governance reviews and reporting requirementsMonitor governance actions, resolutions and decisions to ensure timely completion and compliance with regulatory and organisational requirementsIdentify opportunities to improve governance processes, documentation and ways of working within the Company Secretariat functionWhat you'll need to succeedExperience in a company secretarial, governance, legal, regulatory or related role,



ideally within financial services or a regulated environmentStrong understanding of corporate governance principles and Board administration practices Experience supporting Boards, Committees, senior executives and key stakeholders, with a highly professional and confidential approachExceptional written communication skills with demonstrated experience preparing agendas, minutes, governance papers and Board documentationExcellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and regulatory deadlinesStrong attention to detail, problem-solving capability and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomesExperience using Diligent or similar Board management systems will be highly regardedAdvanced Microsoft Office skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environmentWhat we offerA warm, open, and supportive cultureAn attractive remuneration package, including reward and recognition programsAn employee wellness program, including discounted health insurance and an employee assistance programA workplace volunteering and giving program to enable you to help others in the communityWe are proud to be part of the Top 30 Best Workplaces to Giveback ****Discounted tax and estate planning services16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carerGreat central CBD location, modern office fit-out and end-of-trip facilitiesFlexible/Hybrid working environmentAbout usEquity Trustees was established in **** and is now one of Australia's largest specialist trustee companies.
We help our clients grow, manage and protect their wealth now and for future generations.
As a trustee company, we are responsible for always acting in our client's best interests, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and cared for.We are committed to providing a workplace that is versatile, rewarding, and supportive of individual development.
Just as you will help us grow our business, we will help you grow in your career.Equity Trustees is over 145 years strong - and growing.
Apply now to be part of a successful contemporary trustee company!
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📌 Board Governance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Equity Trustees
📍 Melbourne