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Randstad is delighted to partner with a leading, community-focused education provider to recruit a strategic and impact-driven Head of Risk and Compliance. This is a pivotal leadership position designed to ensure the safety, quality, and regulatory excellence of a significant portfolio of early learning centres dedicated to supporting diverse communities and inclusive education.
Job Responsibility:
Drive the enterprise risk and compliance framework to support safe, high-quality education and care outcomes across all services
Oversee the enterprise risk register and provide high-quality reporting and advice to the Board and Executive regarding risk exposure and mitigation
Ensure the organisation meets all current and emerging legislative requirements, maintaining strong relationships with regulatory bodies
Work closely with operational leadership to provide practical tools, guidance, and training that strengthen compliance capability on the ground
Lead, mentor, and develop a specialist team to ensure they provide responsive and professional support across the organisation
Requirements:
A relevant tertiary qualification in Risk Management, Law, Governance, Safety, or a related discipline is required
Demonstrated senior leadership experience in risk management, compliance, governance, or safety
Strong analytical and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and partner across operational and executive teams
A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and families, underpinned by high integrity and sound professional judgement
A current Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain) and a steadfast commitment to child safety and wellbeing
Nice to have:
Proven track record of navigating complex, regulated environments - ideally within education, health, or community services
Ability to think strategically while remaining deeply practical and solutions-focused
Professional certification in risk management or governance
CA OR CPA qualification
What we offer:
Hybrid workplace model with an office base in Melbourne's western suburbs
Join a supportive, values-driven culture where your work directly benefits diverse communities and families
Access to professional development opportunities within a high-profile leadership role that makes a meaningful impact in the sector