Director Finance and Investment

Are you a strategic leader with a proven track record in financial management, investment strategy, and procurement excellence?Do you thrive in a values-driven organisation committed to making a difference?If so, we want you to join the QLeave team as our Director Finance and Investment. About Us QLeave is a statutory body established to administer a portable long service leave scheme for eligible workers in the building and construction, contract cleaning, and community service industries. With over $2 billion in funds under investment, QLeave is committed to sound governance, accountability, and managing risk to ensure the longevity of its schemes. Your Opportunity As the Director Finance and Investment, you will play a pivotal role in leading QLeave's Finance and Investment Services (FIS) function. Reporting to the Executive Director Corporate Operations and Program Delivery, you will oversee the organisation's financial management, investment portfolio, and procurement operations. You will also be a key member of QLeave's Leadership, contributing to strategy and delivery decisions for all QLeave programs. Your Contribution Using your expertise in financial, investment, and procurement leadership, you will: Drive the strategic direction and future vision of the Finance and Investment Services function, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and statutory obligations. Oversee the management of an investment portfolio exceeding $2 billion, ensuring alignment with the organisation's risk appetite and investment strategy. Deliver strategic insights and advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Board to support decision-making and enhance organisational performance. Lead the organisation's procurement function, ensuring compliance with Queensland Government procurement policies and frameworks. Develop and implement innovative procurement strategies to achieve value for money and support organisational objectives. Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, including financial, investment, and procurement obligations. What We're Looking For To excel in this role, you will demonstrate: Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change across diverse teams and stakeholders. Proven experience in strategic financial and investment management, including managing significant investment portfolios. Extensive knowledge of financial management legislation, accounting standards, and risk management practices. Expertise in procurement leadership, including developing and implementing procurement strategies in a government or statutory authority context. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deliver strategic insights and advice to senior leaders. Comprehensive knowledge of corporate financial law, governance, and compliance frameworks. While there are no mandatory qualifications for this role, qualifications in Economics, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline will be highly regarded.Professional qualifications as a CPA or CA will also be favourably considered. Why Join Us? At QLeave, we value diversity, cultural capability, and a healthy working environment. We offer: Flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities. Generous leave entitlements and salary packaging options. Free on-site parking available at our well-appointed Brisbane inner-north office. The chance to make a meaningful difference to Queensland workers. How To Apply To be considered for this role, your applicant must include: A detailed resume outlining your qualifications, relevant experience, and achievements. A brief letter (1–2 pages) highlighting your motivation for the role and evidence demonstrating your ability to meet its specific requirements. Applications must be submitted online via SmartJobs.Please allow adequate time before the closing date to complete your application. Contact For more information or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Leanne Perrins. #J-18808-Ljbffr