At AustralianSuper, our purpose will empower you to reach your true potential. We are Australia's largest superannuation fund, here to help members achieve their best possible retirement outcome. We create meaningful value for members and our communities through our diverse workforce of high performing, motivated employees, based across Australia.
Your new team
Our Legal department is dedicated to continuous improvement, focusing on being a centre of excellence and delivering outcomes for our members. It is a team led by managers who advocate for their people, are open, approachable and who share their knowledge. As a leading global Fund we think big. We harness the power of diverse experience and thought to form a community of expertise. We create value for members, which provides opportunities for colleagues. That's how we work and how we grow - together.
Your new role
This newly created role is responsible for the provision of secretariat services for Board and Executive Level Committees and providing pro-active advice and support on secretariat matters across the Fund. You will be seen as a "Trusted Advisor" and tasked with the preparation of papers, minutes, matters arising and agendas for Board Committees to ensure all key activities are completed during the year and that each Committee complies with its Terms of Reference.
Your key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Prepare papers, minutes and matters arising reports for Board and Executive Committees.
- Assist with the preparation of work programs for Board and Executive Committees to ensure all key activities are completed during the year.
- Provide proactive advice and support on secretariat issues and related policies, including advice on the appropriate forum for consideration of matters.
- Oversee the preparation of Committee agendas to ensure that items listed in workplans and matters arising are addressed.
- Review Committee papers, including ensuring compliance with Terms of Reference.
- Oversee progress and completion of matters arising for Board and Executive Committees.
- Assist with the appointment of Directors and Committee members and the maintenance of company registers and filings.
- Assist with planning training and development opportunities for Directors and Committee members.
What you'll need
- Bachelor's degree (Law preferred)
- Formal training in Corporate Law and/or Governance is highly desired.
- Ideally have previous experience in supporting a board within a company secretariat/governance function or within a professional services firm.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to present ideas, perspectives and issues to Board Committees, executives and senior management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to coordinate tasks and set priorities.
- Experience in financial services and knowledge of the superannuation industry is advantageous.
What you'll get in return
You will be working with a People Leader who values and supports your personal growth, in a growing, dynamic and authentic organisation that promotes integrity and puts members first.
We are proud to be a WGEA certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (since 2012). We are committed to the recruitment, development, and support of a diverse workforce into an environment which is inclusive, embraces diversity in all its forms and is a place where you can be you.
All roles can flex at AustralianSuper, and we are happy to discuss what this can look like for you. Please talk to us about the flexibility you are seeking, and we will explore what is possible for this role.
Other benefits include a competitive salary, genuine flexible working arrangements, income protection insurance and generous leave entitlements.
What's next
Please apply now, if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes and would like the opportunity to work in a challenging, growing and rapidly evolving team to deliver outstanding results.
Progress, powered by purpose.
Agencies please note: this vacancy is being managed directly by AustralianSuper's Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional support. Thank you.
