Investment Governance Manager

Marsh & McLennan Companies; Council of the City of Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global advisory firm is seeking an experienced Investment Governance Manager to ensure effective governance processes. This role involves leading governance at Mercer Investments, administering compliance, and providing strategic advice. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in governance, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of compliance regulations. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a vibrant, inclusive culture.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Career opportunities and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in company secretarial and governance duties.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance and legal compliance.
• Ability to prepare high-quality minutes and papers for meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance processes for Mercer Pacific Investments.
• Administer compliance processes with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Coordinate Board and Investment Committee meetings.

Skills

Corporate governance knowledge

Legal compliance

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication

Education

Qualifications in law, business, or governance

Job description

Investment Governance Manager

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Investment Governance team at Mercer Investments. This role will be based in Sydney or Melbourne and requires working from the office at least three days a week.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage effective governance processes for Mercer Pacific Investments, ensuring the highest standards of probity, regulatory compliance, and best practice.
• Administer compliance processes with legal and regulatory obligations, maintaining charters, policies, and corporate records in line with ASIC, APRA, and other requirements.
• Oversee the coordination and delivery of Board and Investment Committee meetings, including reporting, workplans, decisions, and communications with stakeholders.
• Provide strategic governance advice and foster a culture of good corporate governance across Mercer Investments Pacific.
• Support investment committee strategy, review, evaluation, and other governance programs as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in company secretarial and governance duties.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, legal compliance, and company secretarial responsibilities.
• Experience with ASIC, APRA, and asset‑management regulatory frameworks is an advantage.
• Proven ability to prepare and guide high‑quality minutes and papers for Board and Investment Committee meetings.
• Qualifications in law, business, governance, commerce, or related company secretarial studies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with professionalism and gravitas to advise senior leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work outside regular hours when required.

What Makes You Stand Out

• A genuine interest in company governance and regulatory compliance.
• Proactive attitude towards continuous improvement and delivering results.
• Experience working in investment governance or asset management environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.

Why Join Our Team

• Professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.
• A vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.
• A range of career opportunities and benefits that enhance well‑being.

Mercer is part of Marsh McLennan, a global leader in risk, strategy, and people advisory services operating in 130 countries.