Lead, Information Governance & Records Management (Federal)

Chandler Macleod; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of a major Federal Government agency to lead one of the organisation’s information management streams, delivering governance, records management and authority development across a high-profile program.

You will strengthen information management capability, promote accountability and compliance, and deliver enterprise-wide frameworks, services and assurance activities that ensure information is managed securely and in line with legislative requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in information governance within legislative and policy frameworks.
• Ability to translate strategic and legislative requirements into practical deliverables.
• Proven leadership of teams and complex work programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including executive briefs.
• NV2 security clearance eligibility or ability to obtain clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead information governance, records management and compliance initiatives across a large program environment.
• Develop and implement information governance frameworks, policies and guidance.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders to support decision-making.
• Drive improvements to information lifecycle management and reporting obligations.
• Oversee and optimise EDRMS usage and service delivery.
• Contribute to records authority development and compliant retention practices.
• Identify and manage risks with practical mitigation strategies.
• Build and lead a high-performing team and foster collaboration.
• Prepare briefs, reports and recommendations clearly outlining issues and options.

Skills

Information governance

Records management

Information lifecycle

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Policy compliance

Executive briefing

Job description

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of a major Federal Government agency to lead one of the organisation’s information management streams, delivering governance, records management and authority development across a high-profile program.

You will strengthen information management capability, promote accountability and compliance, and deliver enterprise-wide frameworks, services and assurance activities that ensure information is managed securely and in line with legislative requirements.