We are seeking highly motivated Prosecutors to join our Fraud and Criminal Behaviours (FCB) business area to appear in court on behalf of the Commissioner.

In FCB, we drive holistic solutions to counter deliberate, systemic or complex behavioural issues that pose the biggest threats to the integrity of the tax and super systems.

Our Prosecutions area plays a vital role in achieving a fair and equitable taxation system, providing security, redress and certainty for taxpayers through the fair, consistent and just application of the rule of law.

We prosecute offences including:

We are seeking highly motivated Prosecutors to join our Fraud and Criminal Behaviours (FCB) business area to appear in court on behalf of the Commissioner.

In FCB, we drive holistic solutions to counter deliberate, systemic or complex behavioural issues that pose the biggest threats to the integrity of the tax and super systems.

Our Prosecutions area plays a vital role in achieving a fair and equitable taxation system, providing security, redress and certainty for taxpayers through the fair, consistent and just application of the rule of law.

We prosecute offences including:

As a Prosecutions Officer, you will carry a prosecution case load and progress cases within established case cycle times.





You will play a fundamental role in helping us to meet our commitments to government and maintain community confidence in the integrity of the tax system.

These roles may require travel and a current Australian driver's licence is essential.

These roles may be offered on an ongoing or non-ongoing basis in Adelaide, Brisbane CBD, Melbourne CBD, Perth or Sydney CBD.

We embrace the strength of diversity - through our people and the perspectives they bring.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and encourage applications from people with disability or neurodivergence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the selection process.

Candidate information kit (PDF, 376KB) Opens in recent window

Candidate information kit (docx, 2.79MB) Opens in new window

The Australian Taxation Office is recognised by the Australian Disability Network as a Disability Confident Recruiter employer . This status is an annual achievement and valid for 12 months from the date of issue.

The ATO is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are working towards improving the user experience and applying the relevant accessibility standards. If you require this information in an alternate format, email us at [email protected] or call 13 15 50 with details of your request and your preferred method of contact.

📌 Prosecutions Officer (Newcastle)
🏢 Australian Taxation Office
📍 Newcastle