The Benefits

- Six-month contract with potential to become permanent;
- Competitive hourly rate of $75–$90 per hour;
- Hybrid working arrangements, with three days in the office and two from home;
- Onsite parking and convenient access to public transport; and
- Opportunity to contribute to governance within a large, complex organisation.

About the company Our client is a large, highly regarded organisation operating in a complex and highly regulated environment. With established governance structures and multiple decision-making bodies, the organisation is seeking an experienced Governance Manager to support its governance and secretariat function. The opportunity Reporting to the Associate Director, Governance, this is an opportunity to take ownership of governance and secretariat activities across three committees and two Boards.

Offered initially as a six-month contract, with potential to transition to a permanent appointment, the role will suit an experienced governance professional who can quickly establish themselves, manage competing priorities and provide practical advice to senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

- Independently manage Board and committee cycles, including agendas, papers, minutes, actions and follow-up matters;
- Coordinate meetings and liaise with senior executives, committee members and other key stakeholders;
- Manage election processes for members of key governance bodies;
- Provide advice on governance processes, policies and procedures;
- Identify opportunities to improve governance practices, processes and reporting; and
- Develop guidance materials and support consistent governance practices across the organisation.

About you You will be an experienced governance skilled with a strong understanding of Board and committee processes, ideally gained within a large or complex organisation.





You will bring:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in law, business, governance or a related discipline, or equivalent experience;
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple Board and committee cycles, including end-to-end secretariat responsibilities;
- Sound knowledge of governance frameworks, policies and best practice;
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines;
- Confidence engaging with senior executives and other stakeholders;
- Excellent written communication skills, particularly in preparing minutes, governance papers and advice; and
- The ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgement and quickly become effective in a new environment.

Experience with Convene or a similar Board management platform will be highly regarded. How to apply For more information or a confidential discussion please click to reveal the contact details for Amelia Klimowicz at u&u; [email protected] or via phone 0407 172 575 quoting reference number 46974 .

At u&u; Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.

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📌 Governance Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 uu0026u. Recruitment Partners
📍 Brisbane