APS5 & APS6 Compliance Officers

Select Aust Sydney; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Aust Sydney in Melbourne is partnering with a federal government department to recruit APS5 Compliance Officers and APS6 Senior Compliance Officers for a 12-month placement. The role is based in Melbourne with flexible hybrid working.

You will monitor compliance with federal legislation, conduct audits and risk assessments, and provide guidance. Active Baseline Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Proven background in statutory compliance, regulation, or administrative law.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce compliance with federal legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments.
• Prepare clear, concise compliance reports, executive briefings, and official correspondence.
• APS6 Level: Manage escalated compliance matters, design monitoring frameworks, and mentor the team.

Skills

Statutory compliance

Regulation

Administrative law

Job description

Job Type: Contract position | Full time position

Job Description

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 .

Location: Melbourne VIC (Flexible/hybrid working available)

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 Experience: Proven background in statutory compliance, regulation, or administrative law.

Skills: Strong 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.