Head of Risk and Compliance

This is an exciting time for GESB, and we are looking for the right people to help grow our team, contribute positively to our culture, and support our purpose of helping our members achieve a quality retirement.

The role

We have a permanent, full-time opportunity available for a

Head of Risk and Compliance

to lead our enterprise risk, governance, assurance and compliance functions.

You will shape our risk profile, strengthen internal controls and provide strategic advice to senior leadership and the Board, while fulfilling key statutory responsibilities.

If you are a collaborative leader with deep technical expertise and a commitment to safeguarding member outcomes, we invite you to help shape and support GESB's ongoing strategic success.

Please review the

responsibilities

and

work-related requirements

in the attached

position description

for a full statement of duties.

About us

GESB is a WA Government statutory authority and we're proud to be the largest super fund based in Western Australia, with around

250,000 members

and over

$46 billion

in funds under management (as of 1 January 2026). For over

85 years , we've been helping current and former WA public sector employees grow and manage their super.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. If you're successful in this role, you'll be expected to put our members first and be guided by our core values of

sustainable performance ,

achieving together , and

acting with integrity . We encourage and support everyone at GESB to consistently demonstrate these values and uphold our Code of Conduct in all aspects of their work.

To be successful in this application, you'll need to demonstrate these leadership behaviours in the context of Multiple Area Leader . Leaders in this context lead multiple business areas to achieve the strategic direction of a number of different business areas.

Why join our team?

We genuinely value work/life balance, support professional development, and empower our employees to be their best.

Some of the benefits of working at GESB include:

Competitive remuneration : Award-based salary with annual increments and a 12% superannuation contribution, plus access to generous salary packaging arrangements.

Flexible working : Flexible hours, work-from-home options, and a variety of leave arrangements – including an extra 3 public service holidays and the ability to purchase additional leave.

Professional growth : Comprehensive learning and development opportunities, including study leave and financial assistance.

Health and wellbeing : A range of wellbeing initiatives and free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.

Inclusive leave options : Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, 18 weeks paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work options, and additional leave for disability, family and domestic violence, and reproductive health.

Great location and facilities : a CBD office close to Perth's best coffee spots, with excellent public transport access, nearby parking, and end-of-trip facilities for active commuters.

Are you ready to apply?

If this sounds like the right role for you, it's time to get your application ready.

Download and read the Job application pack which includes helpful information about the role and recruitment process

How to apply

This is your opportunity to show us why you're the ideal candidate. Please include:

A

comprehensiveCV

reflecting your employment history to show you have the skills,experience and training to fully meet the requirements of the role

A

cover letter (no more than two pages) that provides asnapshot of your leadership experience, work experience and suitability for therole

You do not need toaddress each job criteria from the position description.

Submit your application online by clicking the

'Apply Now'

button.

Your application must be submitted online by 4pm (AWST) Friday,6 March 2026.

Please allow enough time to complete the application process. Late, emailed, or proforma applications

will not be accepted . We recommend having your documents ready to upload before starting the online application. You'll receive a confirmation email once your application has been successfully submitted.

If you have any questions about the role, GESB, or the teamyou'll be working with, please don't hesitation to contact

Anthony Cribb – ChiefCorporate Services Officer

on

(08) 6551 7789

.

To be successful

You will need to:

Provideevidence of your Australian citizenship or permanent residency, which isnecessary for positions in the WA public sector

Undertakea National Police Clearance screening including AML/CTF checks

Undertakedue diligence checks confirming your qualifications and relevantprofessional memberships

Providetwo relevant referees to support your application

Ifrequired as part of the selection process, complete psychometric testing

If required, we may supplement the field of applications by conducting a candidate search.

Want to know more?

At GESB we are committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination and fostering an inclusive, values-based workplace culture. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are culturally and linguistically diverse, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are happy to make adjustments to support you during the application process, at interviews, or in the workplace. If you need assistance, please contact our People and Culture team on 08 6551 7777 or email peopleandculture@gesb.wa.gov.au

Thank you for taking the time to consider joining the team at GESB!

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