Head Of Risk And Compliance

St Rita'S College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to early long service leave

Generous 12.75% employer superannution

Staff training and developmentopportun

Dedicated Marking & Reporting weeks

Job summary

St Rita’s College in Brisbane seeks an experienced Head of Risk and Compliance to lead risk management, compliance, governance and assurance functions. Reporting to the Director of Business and Finance, you will guide a small team and advise the Principal and Governing Body.

Successful candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of risk standards and legislation, exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to safeguarding students and staff in a Catholic education

Qualifications

• Experience in risk, compliance, governance or assurance, ideally within education or another regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of risk management standards and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High integrity, discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to lead a small team and advise senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the College’s risk management, compliance and assurance frameworks.
• Oversee policy governance and regulatory accreditation requirements.
• Provide strategic advice to the Principal and Governing Body.
• Oversee investigations and complex complaints and child safety governance.
• Foster a culture of risk awareness and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in risk management or related discipline

Job description

Lead with purpose. Shape good governance. Make a difference.

St Rita’s College is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Risk and Compliance to lead the College’s risk management, compliance, governance and assurance functions.

This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role in strengthening organisational accountability, protecting our community and supporting the College’s strategic objectives.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Business and Finance, you will provide strategic advice to the Principal, College Leadership Team and Governing Body, while leading a team of two.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the College’s risk management, compliance and assurance frameworks.
• Overseeing policy governance and ensuring legislative, regulatory and accreditation compliance.
• Providing oversight of complex complaints, investigations and regulatory matters.
• Ensuring effective governance of child safety, reportable conduct, WHS and privacy obligations.
• Building organisational capability and fostering a strong culture of risk awareness and accountability.

About You

You are an experienced professional with strong leadership capabilities, sound judgement and the confidence to navigate complex governance and regulatory environments.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in risk management, governance, law, business, finance, HR or a related discipline.
• Middle to Senior-level experience in risk, compliance, governance or assurance, ideally within education or another regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of risk management standards, governance principles and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism.
• You will also demonstrate an authentic appreciation of the mission and values of St Rita’s College and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of young people.

Job Requirements:

All staff are required tohold a current Working With Children Check (blue card) or current Queensland Teachers registration before commencing at the College.

St Rita’s College is an independent Catholic day school located in Clayfield, Brisbane educating over 1200 girls from Years 5 – 12. St Rita’s was established by the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in 1926, and promotes a culture of professionalism & collaboration by building staff capabilities & community wellbeing through continuous professional learning and pastoral support. Our state-of-the-art facilities include an innovative learning precinct offering the latest technologies in learning & teaching and superb music & drama instruction facilities. The College also boasts an innovative library, an aquatic centre, tennis courts & two multi-purpose sports halls.

St Rita’s College is an independent Catholic day school located in Clayfield, Brisbane educating over 1200 girls from Years 5 – 12. St Rita’s was established by the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in 1926, and promotes a culture of professionalism & collaboration by building staff capabilities & community wellbeing through continuous professional learning and pastoral support. Our state-of-the-art facilities include an innovative learning precinct offering the latest technologies in learning & teaching and superb music & drama instruction facilities. The College also boasts an innovative library, an aquatic centre, tennis courts & two multi-purpose sports halls.

Perks and benefits Access to early long service leave Generous 12.75% employer superannuation Staff training and development opportunities Dedicated Marking & Reporting weeks