Assurance Officer - Hybrid

Aruma; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Salary packaging

Continuous learning

Flexible work arrangement

Wellbeing support

Team culture

Job summary

Aruma invites applications for an Assurance Officer to strengthen compliance, governance and ethical practice. The role sits in the second line of assurance, offering guidance, framework development and assurance activities across the organisation.

It supports privacy, regulatory matters and continuous improvement within a hybrid, full-time fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. With a minimum of three years in compliance or related fields, you will map obligations, manage audits, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in compliance, governance, risk management, assurance or internal audit.
• Experience developing policies, procedures, frameworks and compliance programs.
• Strong analytical skills to identify risks, trends and improvement opportunities.
• Experience managing assurance activities, audits, compliance reviews or regulatory initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and training skills.
• Commitment to ethical practice and continuous improvement.
• Experience in privacy regulation and obligations management frameworks.
• PM/QA or project management certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain registers of compliance obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate a comprehensive assurance calendar including audits, inspections and reviews.
• Enhance compliance and obligations-mapping frameworks with accurate documentation of regulatory requirements.
• Support first-line assurance monitoring and self-assessment activities.
• Analyse assurance outcomes, identify trends and propose corrective actions.
• Conduct risk and process reviews across operational and corporate functions.
• Contribute to internal audit programs and assurance methodologies.
• Lead development and implementation of business ethics, privacy and compliance frameworks.
• Provide advice, training and guidance to stakeholders on compliance matters.
• Support investigations, reporting and continuous improvement activities relating to governance and compliance.
• Build organisational awareness of obligations through communication and education.

Skills

Policy development

Governance

Risk management

Assurance activities

Stakeholder engagement

Training and guidance

Ethical practice

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business/Commerce/Law/Governance

Job description

Help strengthen compliance, governance, and ethical practice at Aruma

Flexible location across the Aruma footprint with a hybrid working arrangement. This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity covering a period of maternity leave.

• Proposed Commencement Date: 07/12/2026
• Contract End Date: 13/12/2027

Are you passionate about risk, compliance, governance, and continuous improvement? Join Aruma as an Assurance Officer and play a key role in helping ensure we meet our legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations while supporting positive outcomes across the organisation.

Working within the second line of assurance, you will provide expert guidance, develop compliance frameworks, and deliver assurance activities that promote transparency, accountability, and best practice.

What you'll be doing

No two days are the same in this dynamic role. As an Assurance Officer, you will:

• Develop and maintain registers of compliance obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and maintain an organisation-wide assurance calendar, including audits, inspections, and reviews.
• Enhance compliance and obligations-mapping frameworks, ensuring legislative and regulatory requirements are accurately documented.
• Support the implementation of first-line assurance monitoring and self-assessment activities.
• Analyse assurance outcomes, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions and improvement initiatives.
• Conduct risk and process reviews across operational and corporate functions.
• Contribute to the development of internal audit programs and assurance methodologies.
• Lead the development and implementation of business ethics, privacy, and compliance frameworks.
• Provide advice, training, and guidance to stakeholders on compliance, privacy, and regulatory matters.
• Support investigations, reporting, and continuous improvement activities relating to governance and compliance.
• Build organisational awareness of compliance obligations through communication, coaching, and education.

About You

You are a detail-oriented professional who enjoys solving problems, influencing stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement.

You'll bring:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in compliance, governance, risk management, assurance, or internal audit.
• Experience developing policies, procedures, frameworks, and compliance programs.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Experience managing assurance activities, audits, compliance reviews, or regulatory initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and training skills.
• A commitment to ethical practice and continuous improvement.
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law, Governance, Risk, or a related discipline.
• Experience within the NDIS, disability, community services, healthcare, or not-for-profit sectors.
• Knowledge of privacy legislation, regulatory compliance, and obligations management frameworks.
• Experience developing assurance maps, compliance matrices, and governance frameworks.
• Project Management certification (Prince2, PMBOK, Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt).

Benefits of working with Aruma!

• Competitive Salary Package: Be rewarded for your hard work with an attractive salary, plus a laptop.
• Salary Packaging: Increase your take-home pay. Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free. Salary Packaging Calculator | Accesspay
• Continuous Learning Opportunities: Work alongside industry-leading professionals who are dedicated to helping you excel and advance your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the freedom to create a flexible schedule that fits your lifestyle, with options that put you in control.
• Incredible Perks: Fitness Passport and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, we take care of our team.
• A Culture Like No Other: Be part of a vibrant, positive work environment filled with team-building activities and a strong sense of community.

About us

Aruma is a leading Australian for-purpose, values-driven organisation dedicated to helping people with disabilities live the life they envision. Operating across Eastern Australia, Aruma supports over 5,000 individuals, employs more than 5,000 staff, and boasts an annual turnover of around $500 million. The organisation is undergoing significant transformation as the NDIS and social and technological advancements reshape the landscape of disability support in Australia. Aruma | Disability services. Putting you first.

Our Commitment

At Aruma, we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are focused on creating an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

Our Recruitment Approach

We review applications as they come in and move quickly to interview great candidates, so we encourage you to apply early. While we include an indicative closing date, roles may close sooner if we find the right person. Applications received later in the process may not progress. If you’re unsuccessful and would value feedback, please feel welcome to reach out to our Talent team.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks. Please note that we do not conduct operations in South Australia, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory. Consequently, we will not be able to advance applications from residents of these states.