Job Description

• Full Time, Permanent
• Location: Sydney NSW 2000 (Gadigal Land)
• Salary: Competitive Senior Executive Package + Salary Packaging Benefits
• Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all.

Find out more about us and our purpose

Your opportunity

Work at the heart of Mission Australia a national organisation, shaping how we govern, make decisions and deliver real impact for Australians in need.

As Deputy Company Secretary & Deputy Counsel Governance, you’ll partner closely with our General Counsel & Company Secretary, Board and Executive Leadership Team to shape how we govern, make decisions and deliver on our purpose.

It’s a role with real influence supporting the Board, strengthening governance across a complex organisation, and helping us stay sharp, accountable and future-focused as we grow.

We’re looking for someone who brings credibility, sound judgement and a practical mindset; someone who can cut through complexity, build trust quickly, and lead a strong team while lifting how we do things.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Lead and strengthen the governance and company secretariat function
• Support the Board and Committees to operate effectively and with confidence
• Partner with senior leaders to provide clear, practical governance advice
• Ensure oversight of and compliance with all legal, regulatory and licensing obligations across Mission Australia
• Lead the ongoing evolution of governance frameworks and corporate structure to support organisational strategy and growth
• Continue to evolve governance frameworks as the organisation grows
• Lift capability, systems and ways of working across the function
• Build strong relationships across the organisation and with key stakeholders

Requirements for success

We’re looking for an experienced governance leader who is comfortable operating at Board and Executive level, and who enjoys working in a purpose-driven environment.

You will bring:

• Bachelor of Laws or equivalent legal qualification with a current unrestricted practicing certificate
• Strong experience in governance, company secretariat or a regulatory environment
• Company secretarial qualification or accreditation from an appropriate body (e.g., Australian Institute of Company Directors, Governance Institute of Australia / Chartered Secretary) highly desirable.
• Graduate or Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors or equivalent governance qualification desirable.
• The credibility and confidence to engage at Board level
• Sound judgement and the ability to balance risk with practical outcomes
• Experience leading teams and driving improvement
• A collaborative approach and strong communication skills
• A genuine connection to purpose-led work

Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.

Your benefits

To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:

• Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
• Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay)
• Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support
• Volunteering opportunities
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave 
• Extra leave including: Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off

Our culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.

We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.

If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.

We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au

Find out more about a career with Mission Australia

How to apply

Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today!

As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.

Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you