The City of Nedlands is looking for a Senior Governance Officer to join our CEO Office on a 12-month parental leave relief basis. This key role provides high level support to the Manager Governance and Risk Management in delivering efficient, effective and compliant governance and risk management functions across the organisation. If you are passionate about governance, policy and local law review, risk frameworks, and building organisational capability, we want to hear from you.

About the City The City of Nedlands is located 7km from the Perth CBD and includes a diverse range of features from the beautiful river foreshore of Dalkeith and Nedlands to the crisp white sands of Swanbourne beach. With a dedicated workforce of professional service providers, we are committed to ensuring the City of Nedlands is a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community with a high standard of local services and facilities.

About the role

Reporting to the Manager Governance and Risk Management, you will provide governance support and advice to staff and Elected Members, support Council and Committee processes, assist with local government elections, and contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of the City’s Risk Management Framework.

Key responsibilities

- Provide high level governance support and advice to staff and Elected Members on key governance matters, including policies, compliance requirements, delegations, returns, local laws, statutory registers and Council resolutions.
- Provide administrative and governance support to Council and Committee meetings, including agenda preparation,



minutes and governance advice.
- Facilitate and lead reviews of City and Council policies, procedures, frameworks and local laws.
- Assist with the implementation, monitoring, reporting and continuous improvement of the City’s Risk Management Framework, systems, business processes and outcomes.
- Prepare reports, specialist advice and correspondence, develop and update business processes, and facilitate training and awareness activities that build organisational governance and risk capability.

About the successful candidate

This role suits someone who thrives on precision, collaboration, confidentiality and making complex governance and risk management requirements clear and actionable. Other requirements include:

- Sound knowledge and experience interpreting the Local Government Act 1995, associated regulations, standards and governance best practice.
- Significant experience in a similar or equivalent role, including providing governance advice and supporting Council and Committee meetings.
- Experience developing and reviewing policies, business processes, reports, specialist advice and correspondence.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills,



with the ability to work collaboratively, confidentially and diplomatically with internal and external stakeholders.
- Robust research, analytical and evaluation skills, with the ability to apply initiative, problem solving, sound judgement and integrity.

What we offer

This full-time, 12-month parental leave relief position offers a cash salary of $84,739 – $114,945 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, plus superannuation.

- 5 weeks Annual Leave | Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks primary carer / 2 weeks partner leave) | Up to 14% superannuation contributions
- Training and development opportunities | Employee Assistance Program | Healthy Workplace Initiatives
- Fitness Passport wellness program access | Private health insurance corporate discounts | Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements.

Additional details

Please read the position description to ensure a full understanding of the role. Applications must include a cover letter (no more than one page) and a resume demonstrating your suitability for the role. Candidates must have valid work rights in Australia. Confidential enquiries can be directed to Jonathan Allen, Manager Governance and Risk Management on (08) 9273 3***.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online via the City’s website before 5pm AWST, Tuesday 6 October 2026. Please note that early applications are highly recommended as the City reserves the right to close applications and appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.

📌 Senior Governance Officer (Nedlands)
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