The Company Our client is a well established and growing Disability Services organisation with a strong presence nationally and an established set of values and strong purpose. With an strong leadership team and a continuing striving for excellence, there are long term strategic plans in place to deepen the value proposition and invest in growth plans. The business has a strong focus on employee engagement, ensuring that you will be challenged, empowered and provided with the tools for success over the long-term. The Role The Governance, Risk & Controls Manager is a newly created position and reports directly to the Head of Finance with further accountability to the CFO and CEO. The purpose of the role is to oversee the organisations control frameworks and governance processes to ensure compliance with internal p[policies and external regulatory requirements. As the first hire in this area, you will drive innovation and the creation of key frameworks/processes. Summary of key requirements; Design, implement and maintain robust internal controlsDevelop Risk Management framework, maintain organisational risk registerDevelop and implement governance policies and proceduresConduct Internal Audit and test to assess effectiveness of controls - monitor for opportunities for improvementContinual review and enhancement to support risk and compliance frameworkProduce and deliver training programs to enhance employee awarenessCollaborate with various departments and external stakeholders to manage integration of processesIdentify and deliver on value creation opportunities Given the nature of this role, you will be required to work effectively with a range of senior stakeholder both internally and externally whilst ensuring the organisations best interests are safeguarded. You will be a trusted advisor to the SLT and expected to make well informed strategic decisions to ensure the safeguarding of the organisations goals, values and purpose. Your Profile Essential skills for this position include; Strength in building relationships - first class communication and presentation skillsA growth mindset that matches that of the leadershipThe desire to embark on the project to build and maintain a first class governance and controls functionSound knowledge of Internal Controls, Audit and Risk Management Your experience could be from an Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance or Legal background. CA/CPA qualification is well regarded. Above all, you will be excited by the prospect of being a part of a growing and innovative for-purpose organisation whilst forging your own path in a culture that demands excellence. Apply Today If you feel like you are up to the challenge, please send your resume by clicking on the apply button. Learn more about our Melbourne recruitment services: http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne Job Reference No: 06810-0012885254 SG By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.