A leading superannuation fund is seeking an experienced Governance Specialist to join its governance division on an immediate-start contract. In this role, you will work closely with the Company Secretary and Senior Manager, providing full secretariat and governance support to the Board and its Management Committees.
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This is a hands-on position managing highly confidential information, engage with senior stakeholders across the organisation, and help keep the fund's governance framework running smoothly under tight timelines.
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Responsibilities
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- Deliver end-to-end secretariat services, including minute taking, action registers, agendas, papers, attendance and quorum checks, and meeting conduct.
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- Review Board and Committee papers, offering thoughtful advice on content and resolutions to support informed decision-making.
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- Support the review of governance policies to ensure they meet regulatory, legislative, and industry best-practice standards.
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- Maintain Board and Committee skill matrices, and assist with annual and triennial performance reviews for the Board, Committees, and Directors.
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- Ensure the governance and statutory information published on the fund's website remains accurate and current.
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- Contribute to the Annual Integrated Report from a governance perspective.
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- Coordinate the annual response to the AIST Governance Code.
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- Provide back-up support to the wider governance team and assist on major projects as needed.
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Experience
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- A background in superannuation and/or corporate governance.
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- Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
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- Confidence managing senior stakeholders and competing priorities under pressure.
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- Robust attention to detail and a track record of meeting tight deadlines.
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- Excellent written communication, particularly in minute taking and paper preparation.
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Beyond a competitive daily rate, this contract offers a clear pathway to a permanent role for the right person, along with the chance to work at the heart of a major fund's decision-making.