Business and Governance Manager Level 7

Chandler Macleod

  • Perth, WA
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
We are seeking an experienced Business and Governance Manager to join the Strategic Communications Unit for a government department based in West Perth This vital role provides strategic leadership across the unit’s financial management, governance, and business processes — supporting major government campaigns and key communication priorities.As part of a fast-paced, dynamic team, you’ll work directly with senior leaders to manage budgets, develop business cases, oversee compliance, and improve systems to enhance operational efficiency.This role is initially offered on a 3-month contract and sits at a Level 7.Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee budget planning, financial monitoring, and reporting across the unit and major communication projects.
  • Lead business improvement initiatives and develop tools and processes that drive team productivity.
  • Provide high-level strategic advice to Directors on governance, risk, and compliance matters.
  • Coordinate preparation of business cases, memos, and responses to Parliamentary Questions and Budget Estimates.
  • Manage HR and supplier contracts, ensuring adherence to public sector standards and financial policy.
  • Foster strong cross-agency relationships and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
About YouWe’re looking for a collaborative and solutions-focused leader who can confidently operate in a high-pressure environment and deliver on strategic priorities.You will bring:
  • Proven experience providing financial and governance advice to senior executives.
  • Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent communication skills — written and verbal — with the ability to prepare high-quality briefings and reports.
  • A sound understanding of public sector compliance and financial frameworks.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.Share this jobInterested in this job?Save JobCreate as alertSimilar JobsSCHEMA MARKUP ( This text will only show on the editor. )We're an Award-Winning Recruitment Agency2025 Winner Excellence in Safety CultureRCSA Awards2025 Social Enterprise CertificationSocial Traders2024 Platinum Sustainability RatingEcovadis2024 Client Service of the Year FinalistAPSCo Awards2024 Compliance Team of the Year FinalistAPSCo Awards2024 RPO of the Year FinalistAPSCo AwardsPart of RGF Staffing ANZ, Chandler Macleod, We Get People.sRecruitment ServicesIndustriesChandler Macleod acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country. We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to elders past and present, whose land we stand upon today.© Chandler Macleod 2025 All rights reservedSite Configuration::: Edit Site Configuration Preview Upload Dialog Preview Loading Dialog Preview Alert Dialog Preview Toast Message

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