Team Leader Governance
Job No:
PP01250
Location:
Gordon
Team Leader Governance
- Salary $109,513.56 to $127,034.96 p/a + super
- Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
- Free onsite parking
About Ku-ring-gai Council
Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.
With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.
About the role
As Team Leader Governance, you’ll be at the heart of Council operations—leading a high-performing team, ensuring legislative compliance and strengthening the systems that underpin public trust.
From coordinating Council meetings and supporting the Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee, to overseeing information access and privacy obligations, your work will directly shape how Council serves its community.
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead and coordinate the Governance Team to deliver high-quality, customer-focused services
- Oversee Council meeting processes, including business papers and accurate minutes
- Provide expert advice on governance, privacy and information access legislation
- Manage GIPA applications, subpoenas and Council’s information access obligations
- Develop and maintain governance frameworks, policies and compliance systems
- Support the Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee (ARIC) with reporting and secretariat services
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Governance, Law or a related discipline
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in local government or similar environment
- Strong knowledge of GIPA, privacy legislation and the Local Government Act
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a team
- Experience developing and implementing policies and procedures
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
Benefits
- 35 hour working week
- Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
- Free onsite parking
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
- Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave per calendar year
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.
How to apply
Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.
Like to know more? Contact Chris Jones on 9424 0600
Closes: 11:30pm, Sunday 19 April 2026
Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer
