Senior Governance Advisor

About us | Mō mātou ACC exists to support people - we help prevent injuries and get New Zealanders and visitors back to everyday life if they've had an accident. You can find more about ACC and the work we do here. About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi As the Senior Governance Advisor you will be at the heart of ACC's governance function, ensuring our Board Committees and Executive Team receive the highest standard of advisory and secretariat support. This role is all about enabling strong, transparent decision making through robust governance systems, processes, and frameworks. You'll work closely with the Governance Lead and Governance Advisor to deliver seamless engagement between ACC teams, the Board, and Executive leadership. From maintaining the Committees and Groups governance policy and electronic board books to planning agendas and recording accurate minutes, you'll help create a governance environment that is sustainable, compliant, and future-focused. This is a 12 month fixed term opportunity located in Wellington. About you | Mōu Relevant tertiary qualification (Law, Commerce, or similar) and/or strong governance experienceExperience supporting Boards in large public sector/Crown Entity or corporate secretarial rolesStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent analytical, project, and process management abilitiesStrong knowledge of corporate governanceProfessional, objective, and collegial approach to legal, governance, and regulatory mattersFlexible, resilient, and adaptable to varied tasksProven judgement in complex or crisis situationsExcellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and networking skillsAbility to articulate issues, seek support, and deliver solutions collaborativelyWorking at ACC | Mō ACC At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand's cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that: Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.The appointing salary for this role will sit between $101,287 and $131,077 and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution. ACC offer a comprehensive benefits package, including an advantageous superannuation scheme with features like 0% contribution required by you, optional life and income protection insurance, and the flexibility to change to a locked plan at any time, ensuring your financial security now and in retirement. How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to 5pm Sunday, 16th November. However, please note that if an ideal candidate is found during this time we will move forward with screening and interviewing sooner. Applications can only be accepted when submitted through our ACC Career Website. If you encounter accessibility issues when submitting your application, or if you have any pātai (questions) about the role please email hrhelp@acc.co.nz