Portfolio Governance and Compliance Lead

Portfolio Governance and Compliance Lead

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Portfolio Governance and Compliance Lead to join our Line of Business based in either Adelaide or Sydney, reporting to the Digital Project Portfolio Manager.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as hybrid working.

Demonstrate your strategic thinking skills as you work across all aspects of overseeing project documentation, approvals, change control, and ensuring operational governance in accordance with regulatory requirements.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective Portfolio Governance processes to ensure alignment with organisational objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Establish frameworks for project selection, prioritisation, and resource allocation.
• Develop and maintain the Portfolio Governance framework to align with organisational objectives and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with portfolio management policies, processes, and controls.
• Engage stakeholders to foster transparency, alignment, and collaboration on Governance and Compliance matters.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance Portfolio Governance practices and effectiveness.
• Implement and oversee change control mechanisms for efficient project alterations.
• Assess the impact of changes on Portfolio Governance and Compliance.

About YOU

• 2-3 years' experience in portfolio management, with a focus on Governance and Compliance
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills, ability to promote change and manage stakeholders
• Participated in contract development or management
• Experience co-ordinating cross-functional teams
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing complex project
• Qualifications are not mandatory but vocational or higher education qualifications in project management and/or allied disciplines desirable
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances.