About the Agency This independent Commonwealth agency plays a critical role in maintaining public confidence in Australia's democratic processes.

As significant reforms to electoral funding and disclosure legislation take effect, the organisation is expanding its regulatory capability and seeking experienced professionals to support compliance, investigations and enforcement activities.

Working within a high performing regulatory environment, you will contribute to transparency, accountability and the effective administration of electoral laws while helping shape the future of this growing function.

About the Roles Opportunities are available at both APS5 and APS6 levels. Depending on your experience, you may be considered for roles ranging from conducting compliance reviews and supporting investigations through to leading complex regulatory matters, providing specialist advice and mentoring team members.

Working under limited direction, you will manage complex matters, analyse information from diverse sources, conduct regulatory assessments, and deliver high quality advice to support informed decision making. You will work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and provide guidance to junior team members.

These positions offer the opportunity to apply your analytical, regulatory, audit, compliance or investigative expertise in a highly visible and nationally significant environment.

Key Responsibilities APS5

Supports compliance reviews and investigations

Works under guidance

Developing regulatory and investigative capability

Focus on analysis, administration, assessment and stakeholder engagement

APS6

Leads complex matters

Exercises greater judgment and independence

Provides advice to senior decision-makers

Mentors junior staff and contributes to strategy and continuous improvement

Compliance

Conduct detailed reviews of financial disclosure returns to ensure legislative compliance





Assess election funding claims and undertake complex compliance assessments

Support the administration and payment of electoral funding

Analyse information and identify potential compliance risks or regulatory concerns

Prepare high quality reports, briefs and recommendations

Provide guidance and support to junior team members

Investigations

Conduct risk based investigations into potential breaches of electoral legislation

Gather, analyse and evaluate information from multiple sources

Utilise intelligence and data analysis to identify emerging risks and high risk behaviours

Prepare investigation reports, evidence briefs and stakeholder correspondence

Contribute to compliance and enforcement strategies

Mentor and support team capability development

About You You are an experienced compliance, audit, investigations, regulatory, governance or assurance professional with strong analytical capabilities and sound judgment.

You will bring:

Experience managing complex compliance, audit or investigative activities

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

The ability to interpret legislation, policy and complex information

A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering quality outcomes

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

Experience in accounting, finance, commerce, investigations, regulatory compliance or government environments will be highly regarded.

Why Apply

Contribute to work that directly supports Australia's democratic system

Join a growing and evolving regulatory function

Work on complex and high profile matters with national significance

Access ongoing learning and professional development opportunities

Enjoy adaptable working arrangements and strong employee benefits

Receive 15.4% superannuation and attractive APS conditions

This is an outstanding opportunity to apply your expertise in a purpose driven organisation where your work will have genuine public impact.

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