Are you a proactive compliance professional looking to make a tangible impact within the federal regulatory space? We are partnering with a prominent Federal Government Department to recruit APS5 Compliance Officers and APS6 Senior Compliance Officers for highly sought-after 12-month placements in Melbourne. APS5 & APS6 Compliance Officers Are you a proactive compliance professional looking to make a tangible impact within the federal regulatory space? We are partnering with a prominent Federal Government Department to recruit APS5 Compliance Officers and APS6 Senior Compliance Officers for highly sought-after 12-month placements in Melbourne. The Snapshot
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Location:
Melbourne VIC (Flexible/hybrid working available)
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Salary:
- APS5: $82,336
- $90,234 + Super
- APS6: $91,140
- $102,152 + Super
- Contract: 12 Months (Initial engagement with potential extension up to 18 months total)
- Start Date: 2 November 2026
- Clearance: Active Baseline Security Clearance required What You'll Be Doing Working within a dedicated Compliance & Legal branch, you will:
- Monitor and enforce compliance with complex federal legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Conduct compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments to ensure legislative adherence.
- Interpret statutory guidelines and provide accurate advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare clear, concise compliance reports, executive briefings, and official correspondence.
- APS6 Level: Manage escalated compliance matters, design monitoring frameworks, and provide strategic guidance and mentoring to the team. What We Need From You
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Experience:
Proven background in statutory compliance, regulation, or administrative law.
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Skills:
Solid analytical ability to interpret legislation, assess risk, and draft comprehensive reports.
- Citizenship & Security: Australian Citizen with a Baseline Security Clearance and National Police Check.
- Impartiality: Ability to sign a mandatory declaration maintaining strict political neutrality and public impartiality during your tenure.