Job Description
Immediate Start | Ongoing Position | Kew, Melbourne | 100% On-site
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Looking for a role where your work has genuine organisational impact?
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We're seeking an experienced Risk & Compliance Manager to lead and strengthen governance, risk, compliance and workplace safety across a highly regarded independent school. Reporting to the Executive Director – Business Operations, you'll partner with senior leaders, provide strategic advice to the Executive and Board, and ensure the organisation continues to meet its legislative and regulatory obligations.
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced risk or compliance professional from construction, infrastructure, healthcare, government, manufacturing, education or another highly regulated environment looking to step into a rewarding role with exceptional work-life balance and outstanding benefits.
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What's on offer?
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0.8 FTE ongoing position (5 day work week)
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Immediate commencement (or negotiated start)
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6 weeks annual leave
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Two additional paid leave days each year (Easter Tuesday and the day before Melbourne Cup) that don't come out of your annual leave balance
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16 days personal/sick leave per year
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One paid wellbeing day per semester
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Annual salary increases every 1 February
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Guaranteed 3.5% salary increase in ****
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Comprehensive handover and supportive leadership
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Meaningful work in a values-driven organisation
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Stable, long-term opportunity with an excellent organisational culture
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Previous education sector experience is not essential.
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We welcome applicants from other regulated industries who can bring strong governance, compliance and risk management expertise.
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About the role
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You will oversee the organisation's:
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Enterprise Risk Management Framework
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Compliance framework and regulatory obligations
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Policy and procedure governance
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Internal audits and compliance reviews
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Occupational Health & Safety framework
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Incident management and corrective actions
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Risk reporting to the Executive Leadership Team and Board
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Staff compliance and risk training programs
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Working across all business areas, you'll identify emerging risks, develop mitigation strategies, ensure legislative compliance and foster a strong culture of governance and continuous improvement.
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Key responsibilities
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Lead and maintain enterprise risk and compliance frameworks
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Develop, review and manage organisational policies and procedures
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Conduct compliance reviews and internal audits
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Prepare risk reports and executive-level reporting for leadership and the Board
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Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and implement required updates
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Manage organisational risk registers and compliance registers
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Coordinate governance and policy review processes
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Oversee workplace health and safety systems and committee activities
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Investigate incidents, identify trends and implement corrective actions
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Deliver compliance and risk training to staff
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Support leaders with risk assessments for projects, events and operational activities
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About you
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You'll be a collaborative and proactive professional who enjoys building strong relationships while maintaining robust governance standards.
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You'll ideally bring:
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Demonstrated experience in risk management, governance or compliance
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Experience developing and reviewing policies and procedures
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Experience conducting audits and managing compliance frameworks
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Strong understanding of risk reporting and governance practices
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Experience presenting information to senior leadership and/or Boards
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Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
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The ability to work autonomously while partnering across a diverse organisation
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Highly regarded
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Experience within education or another highly regulated industry
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Background in construction, infrastructure, government, healthcare or manufacturing
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Formal qualifications in Risk Management, Governance, Compliance, WHS or a related discipline
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Mandatory requirements
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Applicants must:
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Hold (or be willing to obtain prior to commencement) a Working with Children Check
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Hold current First Aid (HLTAID011 or equivalent) and CPR certification
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Successfully complete a National Police Check prior to commencement
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Be willing to complete Anaphylaxis Training (provided by the organisation)
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If you're an experienced risk and compliance professional looking for a role where you can influence organisational governance, partner with senior leadership and enjoy exceptional employment perks, we'd love to hear from you.
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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at

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