Senior Governance Specialist

**About the Role**

We are seeking a skilled Senior Governance Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our advisory services group, you will play a critical role in helping us deliver high-quality assurance and integrity services to our stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in assurance, governance, and risk management, with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You will be responsible for leading and delivering assurance engagements across a diverse range of operations, providing quality assurance advice and insights to strengthen our organisation's governance and internal controls.

**Key Responsibilities**

Lead and deliver assurance engagements to help shape how we provide services to our ratepayers and communities

Provide quality assurance advice and insights to strengthen our organisation's governance and internal controls

Lead our integrity programme, including fraud awareness activities and the protected disclosure process

**Requirements**

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or finance, or equivalent experience

At least 8 years' experience working in a similar level position

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience in designing or assessing controls and processes

**Why Join Us**

As a Wellington City Council employee, you will have access to a range of benefits, including 5 weeks' annual leave, flexible working options, and health and wellbeing support. We are committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes career development.

We are excited about the opportunity to welcome a new team member who shares our values and is passionate about making a difference in our community.