At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead governance, risk, and compliance projects to help clients achieve their objectives.
- Company: Join Scyne, a purpose-driven firm supporting government and not-for-profit sectors.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, competitive parental leave, and wellness perks.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive culture that values every voice.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in communities while developing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in governance or risk management; relevant degree preferred.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
At Scyne we are public purpose sector specialists who support governments and their agencies, and not‑for‑profit organisations, to deliver services to Australians, helping to build more resilient, equitable, secure and prosperous communities. We are guided by our values of Stronger Together, Amplify Impact, Build Trusted Relationships, Value Every Person, Think Beyond Limits, and Defined by Ethics.
The Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) capability within the Risk, Programs and Cyber Practice has an open manager role in the Melbourne office. The GRC capability supports clients to achieve risk and compliance objectives in a proactive and sustainable way. We work with clients to de‑risk operations, programs and new initiatives through upfront advice, ensuring risk awareness is built in by design. We partner with eGRC technology providers to ensure our clients have access to the latest advances in risk and regulatory technology.
As a Manager you will:
- Help clients meet their governance, risk, and compliance obligations through practical, forward‑looking advice.
- Manage the delivery of GRC engagements across multiple clients.
- Manage the design and implementation of risk management frameworks (including work health safety), control environments and assurance activities for organisations, programs, and initiatives.
- Manage compliance reviews, maturity assessments, and risk management advice that strengthen client capabilities and transparency.
- Embed risk‑by‑design principles into transformation and reform programs.
- Work alongside eGRC technology partners (e.g., ServiceNow, 6clicks, Protecht) to enable clients with modern, technology‑enabled risk solutions.
- Support business development and proposal efforts, bringing your subject‑matter expertise and client experience to the table.
- Develop the skills and capabilities of our junior team members through providing effective on the job training and coaching.
The ideal candidates for these roles are values‑aligned professionals who thrive on solving problems that matter. To be successful in this role, you will likely bring:
- 5+ years of relevant experience in governance, risk management, compliance, or assurance – either in government or consulting.
- A bachelor's degree, ideally in accounting, business, legal, risk management, governance, compliance, investigations, evaluation, fraud or audit.
- Strong working knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 31000 and the Commonwealth Risk Management Policy.
- Demonstrated ability to develop risk frameworks and assessments, compliance programs, assurance plans, or control testing frameworks.
- Proven ability to build effective relationships with clients and internal teams.
- Proven ability to manage the delivery of multiple engagements, managing competing priorities.
- Experience in the implementation of eGRC tools (highly desirable).
Market leading Parental Leave: Allows either carer to take 26 weeks of leave, flexibly, until a child is two years of age. A six‑month minimum service requirement for new starters applies. We also make full superannuation contributions for up to 12 months (including unpaid parental leave).
Flex working: Our people have the autonomy to choose where and when they work so they can integrate their professional and personal lives, finding the right balance that fuels their growth, wellbeing, engagement and productivity.
Additional leave: a 5th week of paid leave to support rest, wellbeing, and inclusion during our annual summer shutdown also Birthday leave, First Nations Cultural Leave, Floating Public Holidays, Leave+ (purchased leave up to 12 weeks), Study Leave, Volunteering Leave, and more!
We Value Every Person and Every Voice: We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are passionate about improving outcomes with First Peoples, working in collaboration with government and community sectors towards programs which focus on First Nations clients, consumers and communities.
We encourage applications from those in marginalised and/or historically underrepresented communities within our workforce. Additionally, if you require any adjustments to the process, please let us know.
At Scyne, we deeply value our recruitment partnerships. To ensure a clear and efficient process, we kindly request that all candidate submissions from search firms and recruiters are only made in alignment with a pre‑existing, signed agreement for a specific position.
Manager - Governance, Risk and Compliance in Melbourne employer: Scyne Advisory Pty
At Scyne, we pride ourselves on being a purpose-driven employer that champions collaboration and innovation within the public sector. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our flexible working arrangements, extensive leave options, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment, we empower our employees to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
