Policy & Governance Officer | Fully Remote | Part-Time Contract

3-4 days per week

Fully remote

Flexible on days and hours

Initial 4-6 month contract with potential for extension

$75 - $88 per hour + super - depending on experience

Opportunity to lead a significant policy and compliance uplift project

About the Role We are partnering with a small organisation undertaking a substantial policy, governance and compliance improvement project and are seeking an experienced Policy & Governance qualified to take ownership of this important body of work.

Reporting directly to the leadership team, you will play a key role in reviewing, updating and developing organisational policies, strengthening governance frameworks, and supporting broader compliance initiatives. This is a hands‑on opportunity for someone who enjoys creating structure, working autonomously, and driving meaningful organisational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Review and update approximately 14 organisational policies at various stages of development

Lead several major policy rewrites from inception through to implementation

Prepare board papers, policy recommendations and governance-related documentation

Finalise and implement a Business Continuity Plan and Data Breach Response Plan

Develop and maintain organisational compliance registers

Support GDPR compliance activities, including supplier due diligence and data mapping

Liaise with external legal advisers as required

Provide governance and compliance support across a range of organisational projects

Ensure policies align with relevant legislative,



regulatory and best practice requirements

To Be Successful, You Will Ideally Have

Previous experience in policy writing, governance, risk, compliance or a related discipline

Strong understanding of legislative, regulatory and compliance requirements

Experience developing, reviewing and implementing organisational policies and procedures

The ability to interpret complex information and translate it into practical, user-friendly policies

Experience preparing board papers, reports or governance documentation

Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement skills

High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

The ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Experience supporting GDPR, privacy or data governance initiatives will be highly regarded

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced policy and governance professional looking for a flexible, fully remote contract role where they can make a genuine impact and take ownership of a significant organisational project.

We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to be made for your application to be assessed we would be more than happy to discuss how that can be arranged.

📌 Policy & Governance Support (Melbourne)
🏢 Beaumont People
📍 Melbourne