Associate Director Policy Compliance
Associate Director Policy Compliance
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Job Description
- Lead policy and compliance initiatives at a top 100 global university.
- Strategic leadership role with highimpact decisionmaking responsibilities.
- Fulltime ongoing/permanent appointment with parttime options considered.
- Competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities.
About the area
UWA is undergoing a significant transformation enhancing its approach to risk integrity and compliance to align with its future ambitions. As part of this the Risk Integrity Safety and Compliance (RISC) division is expanding and redefining roles to strengthen bestpractice frameworks and foster a proactive risk management and compliance culture.
RISC oversees the Universitys policy risk management and compliance frameworks driving enterprisewide risk integration and a strong culture of integrity. Its remit includes health safety & wellbeing enterprise risk integrity & standards internal audit policy & compliance and information governance.
The newly established Policy & Compliance team will play a key role within RISC helping to lift UWAs policy and compliance maturity. This team reflects a structured and coordinated approach to policy development and compliance reinforcing UWAs commitment to effective risk management.
About the opportunity
- Lead the development implementation and management of universitywide policy and compliance frameworks to ensure clarity consistency and regulatory alignment.
- Oversee compliance monitoring and reporting advising senior leadership on legislative changes obligations and strategic compliance management.
- Provide expert advice on the development and maintenance of University policies and lead a team of policy and compliance advisors providing training and support to stakeholders across the University.
About you
- You will have a tertiary qualification in law governance business administration or a related field.
- Extensive experience in policy development and compliance management within complex institutions preferably in higher education.
- Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory requirements impacting Australian universities including TEQSA and government frameworks.
- Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to mentor teams and build relationships across all levels.
- Excellent analytical problemsolving and communication skills both written and verbal.
Special Requirements
- A current National Police Clearance Certificate.
Position description:Associate Director Policy & Compliance.docx
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday 16 April 2025
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
For application queries contact the person in the advertisement or email the Talent team at with your query and the 6digit job reference number for a quicker response.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
