South Gippsland Shire Council – Leongatha VIC South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values-based leadership.We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community. Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches, and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep. Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus, and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture. ABOUT THE ROLE Full Time Ongoing (Part Time will be considered) Office located in Leongatha with flexible hybrid working conditions South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Assurance & Compliance Officer. An exciting opportunity exists to join Councils' Procurement & Assurance team, where you will be part of a team responsible for imbedding a robust risk and compliance culture, processes, and systems across every element of Council's operations. Reporting to the Coordinator Procurement & Assurance, you will be responsible for providing support to Council's Procurement & Assurance team including: Procurement Compliance and Audit Disaster Recovery Claims Legislative compliance Insurance Audit and Risk Committee Service delivery standards and continuous improvement frameworks. ABOUT YOU To be successful in this role you will have: Tertiary qualifications in Business Management, Law or with lesser qualifications and a willingness to progress towards a formal qualification desirable Experience working within Business Administration, Legal, Legislative Compliance, or internal audit environment Well-developed written and verbal communication skills The ability to write reports and briefs and confidence to present to internal and external stakeholders Organisational skills, the ability to work to deadlines while maintaining a strong customer service focus If you have the ability to work autonomously, resolve problems of a complex nature, high levels of attention to detail, strong computer skills, and a working knowledge of relevant law, we would love to hear from you. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US! Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements Rostered Days Off offered for full-time roles Ongoing training and professional development opportunities South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships, and Social Club Diverse range of exciting career paths in full-time, part-time, or casual positions Mentoring, coaching, and secondments Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Opportunity to purchase additional leave Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments NEXT STEPS If you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application. Your application will be reviewed after the closing date and we will be in contact via email regarding your progress. Please ensure you check your Spam Folder. All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks, and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed.The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, they will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job. To view the Position Description for this role, please CLICK HERE. Enquiries to: Vera Burns, Coordinator Assurance & Compliance on 03 5662 9***. Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one. South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively, you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9*** and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements. If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9*** or email ****** #J-18808-Ljbffr