Chief Executive of the Australian Financial Security Authority and Inspector-General in Bankruptcy

The Australian Government is seeking applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment as Chief Executive of the Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA) and Inspector-General in Bankruptcy. The successful applicant will be appointed separately to each office.

AFSA administers Australia's personal insolvency system and personal property securities framework. This includes delivering personal insolvency services, regulating registered trustees and debt agreement administrators, operating the Personal Property Securities Register, and managing property under Commonwealth legislation.

The key duties of the position include:

As agency head, the Chief Executive is responsible for AFSA's strategic direction, regulatory effectiveness, delivery of high-quality services, and organisational performance and resources. The Inspector-General in Bankruptcy is responsible for the general administration of the Bankruptcy Act 1966, including regulatory, review and investigative functions.

The successful applicant will demonstrate the capacity to manage complex operations and lead in a complex regulatory environment; work constructively with others to meet objectives; exercise a high level of judgement; communicate effectively with diverse audiences; and uphold and promote high standards of skilled and personal integrity.

Knowledge of Australian personal insolvency and personal property securities legislation and policy is required. Experience in insolvency law and practice, financial or regulatory systems, public administration and governance, economic or financial policy, legal or administrative decision-making,



or stakeholder engagement would be highly regarded.

The appointment is full-time for an initial term of up to five years. The location may be any major capital city where AFSA has an office, subject to agreement. The total remuneration package is currently $564,950 per year, with terms and conditions determined by the Remuneration Tribunal.

Applications close at 11:59 pm on 11 October 2026.

Eligibility

Required to be Australian citizens and must hold a current security clearance or be able to successfully complete a clearance shortly after commencement.

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