Job Description
About Us
We are Wellington City Council, committed to building a healthy, vibrant, affordable, and resilient capital city. Our team delivers over 400 services daily, serving Wellingtonians with care and dedication.
The Opportunity
You will lead our assurance and integrity programmes, providing expert advice and insights to strengthen our governance and internal controls. This includes developing and implementing effective strategies to ensure the Council's services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
Your Key Responsibilities
Developing and leading integrity programmes, including fraud awareness initiatives and protected disclosure processes
Collaborating with teams to design and implement new assurance and integrity services
Providing guidance on internal controls and governance best practices
Your Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or finance, or equivalent experience
At least 8 years working in a similar position, preferably in a local government setting
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with strong report writing abilities
Experience in designing or assessing controls and processes, with a focus on internal auditing
Investigation and forensic audit expertise (desirable)
About You
You will be a results-driven professional with a passion for ensuring organisational excellence. Your ability to think strategically and build strong relationships with colleagues is essential for success. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, and learning and development opportunities.
We are Wellington City Council, committed to building a healthy, vibrant, affordable, and resilient capital city. Our team delivers over 400 services daily, serving Wellingtonians with care and dedication.
The Opportunity
You will lead our assurance and integrity programmes, providing expert advice and insights to strengthen our governance and internal controls. This includes developing and implementing effective strategies to ensure the Council's services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
Your Key Responsibilities
Developing and leading integrity programmes, including fraud awareness initiatives and protected disclosure processes
Collaborating with teams to design and implement new assurance and integrity services
Providing guidance on internal controls and governance best practices
Your Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or finance, or equivalent experience
At least 8 years working in a similar position, preferably in a local government setting
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with strong report writing abilities
Experience in designing or assessing controls and processes, with a focus on internal auditing
Investigation and forensic audit expertise (desirable)
About You
You will be a results-driven professional with a passion for ensuring organisational excellence. Your ability to think strategically and build strong relationships with colleagues is essential for success. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, and learning and development opportunities.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Governance Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Mount Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
