Governance Advisor

About the role

The Governance Advisor provides oversight and support to a core element of APRA's Corporate Plan, playing a key role in developing, implementing and continuously improving APRA's internal governance framework. Reporting to the Head of Governance, the role works with internal and external stakeholders so that governance arrangements align with APRA's strategic objectives and regulatory obligations. It sits within the Strategy and Governance Branch of the Chief of Staff and Enterprise Services Division, which also covers corporate affairs, regulatory affairs, finance, project delivery, facilities and people and culture.

Key responsibilities

• Support executive decision making by coordinating committees, managing agendas and providing timely, accurate information
• Advise business areas on how to present agenda items, including alignment to strategic priorities and timely consideration by the right committee
• Monitor governance decisions and actions to support accountability and timely implementation
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and support compliance with governance requirements and regulatory obligations

Required profile

• Australian citizenship with eligibility to obtain and maintain Australian Government security clearance
• Experience in a regulatory or financial services environment
• High degree of discretion and integrity for confidential information
• Sound judgement, including identifying governance risk and pragmatic solutions
• Excellent communication, attention to detail and stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Collaborative team player with strong organisational and project management skills

Required skills

• Experience preparing materials for senior stakeholders
• Experience with board management software, corporate governance principles and secretariat processes is highly regarded