Governance Team Lead
Governance Team Lead
Salary:
70 - 80
/ Hour
Contract Type:
Contract
Location:
NSW - Sydney - NSW
Industry:
Professional
Reference:
4031612
Contact Name:
Caitlin
Contact Email:
cmerrin@publicsectorpeople.com.au
Date Published:
05-May-2026
Are you an experienced governance professional ready to step into a leadership role where your expertise will directly influence transparency, compliance, and decision-making at a Council level? We’re partnering with a Local Government organisation seeking a Governance Team Lead to lead a small, high-performing team .
This is a contract role, paying $70-$80ph + super.
This is a pivotal role within the Corporate directorate, responsible for overseeing governance operations and ensuring Council meets its legislative and compliance obligations. You’ll play a key part in supporting Council and committee functions while shaping and strengthening governance frameworks across the organisation.
The role:
Apply now with an updated resume. For more information, contact Caitlin on 0421 061 922 or cmerrin@publicsectorpeople.com.au
#SCR-caitlin-merrin
This is a contract role, paying $70-$80ph + super.
This is a pivotal role within the Corporate directorate, responsible for overseeing governance operations and ensuring Council meets its legislative and compliance obligations. You’ll play a key part in supporting Council and committee functions while shaping and strengthening governance frameworks across the organisation.
The role:
- Lead and coordinate the Governance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture
- Provide high-level secretariat support to Council, ARIC, and other committees
- Deliver expert advice on governance, privacy, and information access matters
- Oversee GIPA applications and ensure compliance with relevant legislation
- Develop, implement, and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and delegations
- Prepare reports and briefings for senior leadership and Council meetings
- Support internal audit processes and monitor implementation of recommendations
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Law, Governance or a related discipline
- Local government experience preferred but state/commonwealth government experience will also be considered
- Strong working knowledge of GIPA, PPIP, and Local Government legislation
- Proven experience managing GIPA applications and information access processes
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide and support a small team
Apply now with an updated resume. For more information, contact Caitlin on 0421 061 922 or cmerrin@publicsectorpeople.com.au
#SCR-caitlin-merrin
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