Integrity Officer

About the Role

At GHD, commitment is key to everything we do, fostering an environment where our people are empowered to make a meaningful difference by collaborating with the business to drive change. We support career development with the appropriate technology and training, enabling innovation and project execution.

As an Integrity Officer, you will play a vital role in enhancing GHD's culture centered on integrity, ethical behavior, and accountability. Your responsibilities include offering sound ethical advice, promoting transparency in decision-making, and identifying and managing risks related to integrity across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and ongoing enhancement of integrity policies and related initiatives.
• Produce clear, insightful reports on integrity risks and program performance for executive leadership and audit committees.
• Offer expert guidance on identifying, disclosing, and managing conflicts of interest.
• Encourage ethical decision-making and ensure responsible handling of information.
• Conduct investigations and interviews, ensuring consistent, timely resolutions and necessary corrective actions.
• Provide integrity training and focused learning opportunities for high-risk departments.
• Enhance integrity frameworks, processes, and governance risk and compliance (GRC) tools.
• Develop trusted partnerships with Legal, Risk, HR, and business leaders.
• Lead and mentor a small team to deliver high-quality integrity outcomes.

Candidate Profile

• Possess tertiary qualifications in Law, Business, Governance, or similar fields.
• Proven experience in roles involving integrity, compliance, legal, or risk management.
• Thorough understanding of ethical standards, governance structures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence and foster trust.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and maintain confidentiality.
• Familiarity with case management and compliance systems is a plus.

Additional Information

This is a dynamic role suitable for someone detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects concurrently. The position can be based in either Australia or New Zealand, depending on the candidate's residence.

Work Model: Embrace our hybrid working culture by spending three days per week in the office, balancing collaboration with flexibility.

GHD values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, nationalities, and genders.