Manager, Company Secretariat

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As one of Australia's largest profit-for-members superannuation funds, we always remember whose money it is and whose future we're looking after. We work to reimagine a new way forward for our 1.1 million members and their communities. Each other. And our world.
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Your New Role
We're looking for a Manager, Company Secretariat, to play a key leadership role in supporting the Board, its committees and the broader business ensuring governance is proactive, high-quality and enables confident decision-making.This is a highly visible role where you'll partner closely with the Company Secretary, Board Directors and senior executives to deliver best-in-class governance across a complex, regulated environment.
What you'll be doing:
Provide Board and Committee governance, including managing meeting cycles end-to- end, governance reporting and preparing board/committee papersPrepare high-quality Board minutes and governance outputs to support effective decision-making and meet regulatory and strategic obligationsStrengthen and continuously improve governance frameworks, policies, charters and delegations and ensure governance operates effectively across the groupMonitor legal and regulatory developments and translate them into governance practicesLead director onboarding, development and succession programs and Board effectiveness initiativesProvide trusted advice to Directors, Committees and senior leaders on governance mattersAssist with developing the Secretariat team members, driving high standards, capability and performanceDrive continuous improvement and AI-enabled ways of working to enhance efficiency and quality
How do you exceed our expectations?
You're a governance professional who combines technical expertise with strong judgement and stakeholder influence.
You'll bring:
5+ years of experience in a company secretariat or governance roleStrong understanding of superannuation governance, trustee obligations and the APRA frameworkProven ability to operate confidently with Boards, Executives and senior stakeholdersExcellent drafting skills, particularly for Board papers, minutes and governance documentationStrong organisational capability, managing multiple priorities and deadlinesA collaborative, proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvementConfidence leveraging digital and AI tools to enhance governance effectivenessA background in Law (highly desirable)
Employee Experience
We understand that not everyone works in the same ways. We value flexibility and know that it helps you manage work and life.
Why you'll love working at Aware Super:
Have a super impact: You'll think big and care deeply to help more Australians live their best lives in retirement.Be part of something super unique: You'll work to reshape super and retirement. We'll invest in your growth and give you the opportunity to work on career-defining projects.Work with super humans: You'll work hard and innovate, but also have some fun along the way.Feel super cared for: We'll support your wellbeing today, as well as in the future. Enjoy a health & fitness reimbursement, work from home technology reimbursement, salary continuance insurance and organisation-wide meeting free zones.
The Aware Super difference
At Aware Super, we believe that diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our members and communities and a stronger sense of belonging for our people. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and mature-age individuals to apply. We are proud to be consistently recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and our CEO, Deanne Stewart, is a Pay Equity Ambassador.