EGM - Legal, Governance and Risk

Executive General Manager - Legal, Governance & RiskCatholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) Parramatta, NSWLanson Partners’ are conducting an executive search partnering with Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD). Serving communities across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains through a commitment to educational excellence, faith formation and student wellbeing. CSPD has over 46,000 students and 6,500 staff members and operates across 80 schools.About the RoleReporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Executive General Manager - Legal, Governance & Risk leads and provides strategic direction across 5 distinct functions; Legal and Board Secretariat, Risk, Internal Audit, Safeguarding and a newly created Enterprise Strategy team.We are seeking a high performing executive leader to join their Executive Leadership Team as Executive General Manager - Legal, Governance & Risk. This is a rare opportunity to influence the strategic direction, governance and organisational performance while making a meaningful contribution to education and the wellbeing of children and young people.As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will partner with the board and executive and lead a high performing team through the next horizon of strategic plan development and corporate governance. Key ResponsibilitiesYou will:Provide strategic leadership of the function, setting direction operational priorities and performance measures.Lead the delivery of legal advice, legislative guidance and corporate governance support across the organisation.Drive the development and implementation of governance, risk, compliance and audit frameworks that support CPSD’s strategic objectives and inform decision-making.Oversee safeguarding governance and continuous improvement initiatives that support the safety and wellbeing of children.Lead Board governance, statutory reporting, company secretariat activities and corporate governance obligations.Represent CSPD in legal, regulatory and governance matters, including engagement with government and regulatory bodies.Support organisational responses to legislative and regulatory change.Foster a high-performing, collaborative and service-oriented culture across the function. About YouYou are an accomplished executive leader with a strong track record operating at a senior level within complex, highly regulated environments such as healthcare, professional services, social care services.You will bring:Relevant tertiary qualifications in law, governance, risk, compliance or a related discipline (does not require a lawyer with a current Practicing Certificate)Deep expertise across legal, governance, risk and compliance functions with a particular focus on Board Governance and/or Risk ManagementService orientated approach, can operate in ambiguity and highly credibleDemonstrated experience advising boards and senior executives.Outstanding communication, negotiation and influencing skills.A collaborative leadership style with a commitment to developing high-performing teams.Why Join?At CSPD, you will have the opportunity to:Setting strategic direction and leadership of risk, governance and legalWork within a values-driven organisation committed to educational excellence and community service.Contribute to safeguarding and child-safe practices across a large educational system.Hybrid 3 days in office, free parking, vehicle allowance, discounted school fees.Commitment to Child SafetyCatholic Schools Parramatta Diocese is a child safe organisation and is committed to providing child safe communities that recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children and young people. CSPD expects all employees to actively contribute to and support a culture of child safety and wellbeing. Appointment is subject to the successful completion of all required pre-employment checks.ApplicationsPlease apply for the role or email your CV to henry@lansonpartners.com. Only suitable, qualified applicants will be contacted. Must have Permanent Residency or Australian Citizenship.