APS5 Investigations Officer

Compas Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Compas Pty Ltd is seeking an APS5 Investigations Officer to support regulatory compliance in a major Australian Government environment, based in Canberra or Melbourne. The role involves gathering and analysing information, identifying non-compliance, and preparing briefing materials for decision-makers; Baseline security clearance required.

Closing date 15 October 2026. The position offers exposure to regulatory investigations, with assessments, reporting and collaboration across stakeholders

Qualifications

• Experience supporting compliance, financial audit, quality assurance or similar structured work.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and identify issues.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across internal and external stakeholders.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations, or willingness to undertake it, is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse and document information supporting regulatory investigations.
• Review documents and financial information to identify gaps, issues and compliance risks.
• Use data and intelligence tools to identify high-risk behaviours and non-compliance indicators.
• Prepare clear briefing materials, reports, correspondence and advice for decision-makers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Regulatory investigations

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Certificate IV in Government Investigations

Job description

Job Title:APS5 Investigations Officer | Regulatory Compliance
Support regulatory investigations in a major Australian Government environment, analysing financial information, identifying potential non-compliance and contributing to targeted compliance strategies.
Location:Canberra, ACT or Melbourne, VIC
Contract Duration: 2 November 2026 to 2 November 2027
Security Clearance Requirement: Baseline
Closing Date: 10.00am, 15 October 2026
Essential Tasks:

• Gather, analyse and document information supporting regulatory investigations.
• Review documents and financial information to identify gaps, issues and compliance risks.
• Use data and intelligence tools to identify high-risk behaviours and non-compliance indicators.
• Prepare clear briefing materials, reports, correspondence and advice for decision-makers.

Key Criteria:

• Experience supporting compliance, financial audit, quality assurance or similar structured work.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and identify issues.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across internal and external stakeholders.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations, or willingness to undertake it, is highly desirable.

About Compas: Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE:Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current Baseline clearance.