Advisor, Governance and Assurance

ADVISOR GOVERNANCE AND ASSURANCE

Clerk Grade: 7/8
Employment Type: Ongoing role Full-Time
Base salary: $116981 - 129492 per annum plussuperannuation
Located in Parramatta 4PSQ regional locations may be considered (hybrid work available)

An exciting opportunity has arisen within NSW Fair Trading for aaAdvisor Governance and Assurance within the Governance Assurance andPerformance Branch.

Be Part of the Future of Fair Trading

NSW Fair Trading is working to ensure safe marketplaces forgoods services and homes across New South Wales.
At NSW Fair Trading weve been on an exciting journey oftransformation - reimagining how we deliver for the people and communities ofNSW. Through our recent organizational realignment weve built a new operatingmodel designed to put customers at the centre of everything we do strengthenour regulatory impact and enable our people to thrive.
Were creating a more modern responsive and riskbased FairTrading - one that understands the needs of people and businesses embracescollaboration and innovation and delivers better outcomes across the rentalstrata property and consumer markets we serve.
This next phase brings new and exciting opportunities to join usin shaping the new way - where you can help design smarter regulation improvecustomer experiences and make a real difference for the people of NSW.

If youre someone who:
- Thinks deeply about the needs of people and communities
- Is motivated by great outcomes not just processes
- Wants to be part of an organization thats transforming how consumer protection regulation works
then theres a place for you in our future.
Join us as we build a Fair Trading thats fit for the future -one thats customercentred evidencedriven and proudly focused on publicvalue.

About the Role

As an Advisor Governance and Assurance you willcontribute to the delivery of governance and assurance practices across FairTrading. Youll support the development and implementation of risk complianceprivacy information management and business continuity activities thatstrengthen organisational capability and reduce exposure.
You will work closely with business units to help translategovernance requirements into practical fit-for-purpose solutions ensuringgovernance and assurance activities are embedded in day-to-day operationsrather than treated as standalone processes.
This role offers the opportunity to build your expertise whilecontributing to a high-impact function that supports strong decision-makingaccountability and performance.

About the Team

The Governance Assurance and Performance team plays a key rolein enabling Fair Trading to deliver confidently responsibly and with impact.
The team partners with business areas to provide practicalgovernance and assurance support across risk compliance business continuityand reporting. The focus is on proportionate outcomes-driven governance - helpingteams understand their obligations manage risk effectively and deliver onpriorities.
Youll be part of a collaborative high-performing team thatvalues sound judgement continuous improvement and strong stakeholderengagement.

Key Responsibilities
In this role you will:

- Contribute to the development and delivery of governance and assurance programs ensuring work meets organisational and government requirements
- Support the design and delivery of projects and initiatives applying sound project management and governance practices
- Prepare high-quality briefings reports committee papers and analysis to support decision-making and meet compliance obligations
- Assist in the implementation of risk compliance and assurance activities contributing to improved practices and outcomes
- Build effective relationships with stakeholders to support collaboration influence outcomes and promote a strong governance culture
- Monitor emerging issues trends and policy requirements and contribute to the development of practical solutions and improvements
- Coordinate and support multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.

About You

- You are an emerging governance andassurance professional who is practical collaborative and outcomes-focused. Youbring:
- Experience supporting governance risk compliance or assurance activities in a complex environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate information into clear insights and recommendations
- Confidence in preparing high-quality written materials including reports briefings and presentations
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trust and work collaboratively across teams
- Sound organisational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- A proactive approach with curiosity and a willingness to learn and continuously improve.
- Most importantly you understand thatgood governance enables better outcomes - and youre motivated to contribute toa function that is practical proportionate and impactful.

Salary Grade 7/8 with the base salary for this role starting at 116981 base plus superannuation

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A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.

Closing Date: Tuesday 4th of August 2026 (at 9:59am)

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