Director Compliance & Enforcement - Consumer

Join NSW Fair Trading as a Director Compliance & Enforcement - Consumer . This role leads compliance and enforcement across consumer and automotive sectors.

About the role

Are you passionate about protecting consumers and driving regulatory impact? NSW Fair Trading is looking for a dynamic and strategic individual to lead compliance and enforcement efforts across the consumer and automotive sectors.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead multi-disciplinary teams focused on inspections, investigations, and project delivery within a newly established directorate.
- Make risk-based decisions and determine high-priority matters to pursue.
- Oversee delivery of key consumer safety projects, including initiatives such as the Lithium-ion Battery Safety Project.
- Collaborate with legal, policy, and executive stakeholders to shape enforcement strategy.
- Engage with industry, regulators, and government to influence outcomes and drive reform.

Qualifications

- Strong experience in prosecution and enforcement with a risk-based approach.
- Expertise in regulatory compliance and consumer safety frameworks.
- Proven ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary teams across inspections, investigations, and project delivery.
- Deep understanding of NSW consumer law and its interaction with Australian Consumer Law.
- Strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to public value.





Compensation & Details

- Total remuneration package starting from $226,630.
- Based in Sydney CBD (McKell Building) or Parramatta with hybrid working arrangements available; travel to both locations required.
- Seniority level: Executive.
- Employment type: Full time.
- Job function: Other (Government Administration).

How to Apply

Your application should include an up-to-date cover letter (maximum of two pages) and CV that clearly detail your relevant skills and experience for this position. Please include your cover letter in the same document as your CV. For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Andrew Vouthivong, Senior Advisor Talent Acquisition via

Capability Application Tool

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Diversity and Inclusion

The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives. You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.

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📌 Director Compliance & Enforcement - Consumer (City of Sydney)
🏢 NSW Fair Trading
📍 City of Sydney