At the Queensland Audit Office (QAO), their work helps build confidence in how public resources are managed and how services are delivered to Queensland communities.

OnTalent is proud to partner with QAO to appoint an Executive Director, Local Government.

This is a rare opportunity to lead an audit portfolio that reaches every corner of Queensland. From major metropolitan councils to regional and remote communities, you will audit and support a sector that is diverse, complex and constantly evolving.

Reporting to the Assistant Auditor-General, Financial Audit, you'll shape how Local Government audit is delivered across the state. You will work closely with the Auditor-General and Executive Leadership Team to provide strategic advice on sector developments, emerging risks and the future direction of audit delivery. You'll also build relationships with senior leaders and oversee significant audit engagements that support public confidence and accountability.

Just as importantly, you'll help shape the future of QAO's delivery model, including its Audit Service Provider network, ensuring the capability, capacity and partnerships are in place to support high-quality audit outcomes across Queensland.

Why this role stands out

There are very few opportunities that combine senior leadership, sector influence and continued connection to meaningful audit work.

This role offers the chance to:

- Work directly with senior leaders across Local Government, government and the audit profession
- Influence how audit services are delivered across Queensland
- Lead conversations about future capability,



sector risks and emerging challenges
- Contribute to outcomes that matter to communities throughout the state
- Play a leadership role within one of Queensland's most respected integrity organisations
- Shape future workforce capability and delivery models to support sustainable audit services across Queensland.

About You You are an accomplished external-audit leader who combines strong professional judgement with demonstrated experience leading people, strategy, and organisational outcomes.

You bring the ability to lead through influence, manage competing priorities and build trusted relationships across broad stakeholder groups.

You may come from a professional services firm, an audit office or another complex assurance environment. Regardless of background, you bring credibility, commercial awareness and a practical leadership style.

Experience working with, auditing or advising Local Government entities will be highly regarded.

Adaptable working arrangements, including part-time, will be considered for the right candidate.

For further information and to download the Success Profile, click Apply Now.

Confidential enquiries can be made to: Ashleigh McMillan [07 3305 5803](tel:07 3305 5803) or Jevon Seah on [07 3305 5806](tel:07 3305 5806)

Applications close: Midnight 25th October 2026

Queensland Audit Office is committed to building a culture that respects and promotes human rights, inclusion and diversity. Applicants requiring reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process are encouraged to discuss their requirements with OnTalent

📌 Executive Director, Local Government (Brisbane)
🏢 OnTalent
📍 Brisbane