Governance Advisor

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Governance Advisor to join ASB's high performing, supportive, and collegial in-house Corporate & Governance Legal Services team Reporting to the Head of Corporate & Governance, you will support the delivery of company secretarial services and corporate governance advice to the ASB Group. This role provides a fantastic springboard to a corporate governance career in one of NZ's best known and respected organisations. **Te Tūranga | The role**: You will be responsible for various duties related to governance activities across ASB, orchestrating multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal: - Identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing solutions. - Working effectively with senior management and critical stakeholders. - Providing governance advice in relation to corporate governance obligations. - Maintaining the ASB General Power of Attorney Register. - Assisting with the maintenance of Governance websites. - Compile reports and data in a professional and corporate manner, including presentations, board and executive reports and statistics. - Delivering seamless ASB and CBA NZ subsidiary board meetings to the highest standards of corporate governance. **Ngā mea kia whai angitū ahau? | What do I need to be successful?** We are looking for someone who is truly passionate about what we do and has drive and enthusiasm to grow develop in this high performing team, bringing energy and determination to every task, seeing them through to completion. Can maintain composure during challenging situations, steering clear of defensiveness or frustration. Adapt seamlessly to unexpected circumstances while understanding the reasoning behind key policies, practices and procedures, as well as how the organisation works wills set you apart. - Qualified lawyer or Chartered Company Secretary (or training to become). - Proven experience in administration and coordination in a busy role. - PC Literacy, proven skills in the use of standard MS Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). - Able to deal with sensitive information with absolute confidentiality. - Exceptional interpersonal skills particularly an ability to relate to others at all levels. - Initiative and problem-solving skills. - Attention to detail and accuracy, spelling and grammar. - Proactivity and excellence in delivery of support services. **He aha tāu e hoki mai ai? | What will you get in return?** **Company/Culture**: ASB is more than just a place to work. We want our people to grow personally and professionally, and we want to attract amazing talent. One way we try to do this is by giving our people access to benefits over and above what we pay. So, we have a range of policies to ensure you can live life one step ahead with ASB. Check out more information here Why work here? - ASB Careers (asbgroup.co.nz) At the heart of ASB is us; the people, working together. Our values of Caring, Passion, Integrity, United, and Courage are the characteristics that best describe who we are and what we stand for. It's our people who live and breathe our purpose, our values, and our brand every day. Join the ASB team, and together we'll continue to help our customers live life one step ahead. **Me pēhea te tono | How to apply**: - If this role sounds like it might be the one for you then please click "apply"we'd love to hear from you_ **Job details**: - Reference # - WP160639 - Posted on - 27 May 2025 - Location(s) - Auckland, North Wharf - Expertise - Admin/ Support/Clerical, Legal, Management / Executive - Work type(s) - Full Time Application closes on 09 Jun 2025 23:59