Senior Manager Corporate Governance

Work Initiatives; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a seasoned corporate governance professional to lead the governance function for Sydney Metro. You will oversee frameworks, policies and governance practices to support effective decision-making and provide trusted advice to senior leaders and board stakeholders.

The role supervises a four-person team and requires strong judgement, stakeholder management and project delivery skills to uplift governance and ensure compliance across key governance forums.

Qualifications

• Seasoned corporate governance professional with extensive board-level experience.
• Expertise in company secretariat, governance frameworks and delegation.
• Ability to provide trusted governance advice to senior executives and board members.

Responsibilities

• Lead Sydney Metro's corporate governance function and oversee governance frameworks, policies and practices.
• Manage a team of four and ensure effective operation of Board, Audit & Risk Committee and Executive Committee.
• Provide expert governance advice and drive governance uplift and policy enhancements across the organisation.
• Support the Secretariat function with high-volume meeting cadence and stakeholder coordination.
• Balance strategic governance leadership with hands-on delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Governance leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Job description

Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000 Job reference number: 110026 Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: An attractive remuneration package You’re a determined leader who stays true to your purpose and enjoys overcoming setbacks or obstacles. You’ll have the opportunity to use your expertise in communication, problem-solving, empathy and conflict resolution to help thousands of people every day.

In this role, you'll: Lead Sydney Metro's corporate governance function, overseeing the frameworks, policies and governance practices that support effective decision-making across one of NSW's most significant infrastructure organisations. Managing a team of four, you will provide strategic governance leadership while ensuring the effective operation of the Board, Audit & Risk Committee, Executive Committee and other key governance forums.

A critical component of the role is leading the Secretariat function, supporting a high-volume meeting cadence and partnering closely with Board Directors, Committee Members and senior executives. Key areas of focus include:

Leading the Board, Audit & Risk Committee and Executive Committee Secretariat function Providing expert corporate governance advice to senior leaders and Board stakeholders Driving the ongoing enhancement of governance, policy and delegation frameworks Delivering governance uplift initiatives and promoting governance capability across the organisation This is a highly visible role requiring strong judgement, influence and adaptability. You'll operate at the centre of decision-making, balancing strategic governance leadership with hands‑on delivery in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack. About You

You are a seasoned corporate governance professional with extensive experience supporting Boards, Audit & Risk Committees and executive governance forums within complex, highly regulated environments. With strong company secretariat expertise, you bring the credibility, judgement and stakeholder management skills required to partner effectively with Board Directors, Committee Members and senior executives, providing trusted advice on governance, compliance and decision-making.

You have a proven track record developing and enhancing governance frameworks, corporate policies and delegation frameworks, as well as leading governance uplift and continuous improvement initiatives. Combining strategic thinking with a hands‑on approach, you thrive in fast‑paced environments, adapt quickly to changing priorities and use strong project management skills to deliver outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of governance and accountability. Who

We Are Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system.

We connect people, communities and industry every day. Sydney Metro delivers Australia’s biggest public transport project and first driverless railway. We engage with our customers and community, and contribute to vibrant and attractive places through station design, interchanges and precincts.

Join us Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy

Applications close 11:59 PM Sunday 1 November 2026. For more information about this role, please contact **************@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU. Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply.

Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW