Fraud and Corruption Prevention Officer

Australian Taxation Office; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Taxation Office is seeking motivated, capable and values-driven individuals to join Fraud Prevention and Internal Investigations. You will support the ATO's response to fraud, corruption, insider threat, integrity and personnel security risks through the delivery of control activities and advisory support.

You’ll work under direction, undertake research and analysis, assess information and intelligence, identify risks and trends, and contribute to evidence-based advice to support

Qualifications

• Experience or transferable skills in fraud, integrity or security disciplines.
• Ability to apply knowledge to provide sound advice and informed decision-making.
• Experience building relationships with stakeholders and delivering written products.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to fraud and corruption prevention activities.
• Provide advice and risk management recommendations.
• Assist in monitoring and detection activities and investigations.
• Support education and awareness programs across the organisation.

Skills

Fraud prevention

Integrity

Investigations

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Education

Certificate IV in Government (Investigations)

Job description

Help shape and protect a culture of integrity, accountability and trust. We are seeking motivated, capable and values-driven individuals to join Fraud Prevention and Internal Investigations.

As a Fraud and Corruption Prevention Officer, you will support the ATO's response to fraud, corruption, insider threat, integrity and personnel security risks through the delivery of fraud and corruption control activities. You’ll contribute to the prevention, detection and response to fraud, corruption and security risks by providing advice, analysis and operational support across a range of integrity-related matters.

Working under direction, you will undertake research and analysis, assess information and intelligence, identify risks and trends, and contribute to evidence-based advice and recommendations to support informed decision-making. You’ll assist in the management of sensitive matters and support the delivery of fraud and corruption prevention activities that help protect the integrity of the ATO and strengthen organisational resilience.

Working collaboratively across the ATO and with internal and external business partners, you will contribute to the delivery of prevention, education and awareness activities, risk management approaches and operational responses to integrity threats. You may assist in the assessment and management of monitoring and detection activities, integrity incidents, preliminary enquiries, personnel security concerns, employment suitability matters and other insider threat risks, ensuring established policies, procedures and governance requirements are applied.

You will build productive working relationships, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support a culture of integrity, accountability and ethical behaviour across the organisation. You will have opportunities to develop your expertise across a range of disciplines including fraud and corruption control, integrity, personnel security, intelligence, investigations, monitoring and detection, and risk management.

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 recruitment process.

• has experience or transferable skills relevant to one or more of the following disciplines: fraud and corruption control, integrity, personnel security, insider threat, intelligence, investigations, monitoring and detection, risk management, governance, compliance or related advisory functions
• demonstrates an understanding of fraud and corruption prevention, integrity or personnel security principles and can apply this knowledge to provide sound advice and support informed decision-making and risk management outcomes
• contributes to the implementation and continuous improvement of fraud, corruption, integrity and personnel security policies, processes, controls and prevention activities
• analyses information, intelligence and risk indicators to identify issues, emerging risks and potential vulnerabilities, and contributes to evidence-based advice and recommendations
• builds and maintains productive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, providing timely advice and support and preparing clear, accurate and timely written products
• demonstrates sound judgement, initiative and a willingness to learn, contributing positively to team outcomes and a culture of integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement, while effectively managing competing priorities and sensitive information.

Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) or qualifications in a related field will be highly regarded but not essential.

The key duties of the position include:

Help shape and protect a culture of integrity, accountability and trust. We are seeking motivated, capable and values-driven individuals to join Fraud Prevention and Internal Investigations.

As a Fraud and Corruption Prevention Officer, you will support the ATO's response to fraud, corruption, insider threat, integrity and personnel security risks through the delivery of fraud and corruption control activities. You’ll contribute to the prevention, detection and response to fraud, corruption and security risks by providing advice, analysis and operational support across a range of integrity-related matters.

Working under direction, you will undertake research and analysis, assess information and intelligence, identify risks and trends, and contribute to evidence-based advice and recommendations to support informed decision-making. You’ll assist in the management of sensitive matters and support the delivery of fraud and corruption prevention activities that help protect the integrity of the ATO and strengthen organisational resilience.

Working collaboratively across the ATO and with internal and external business partners, you will contribute to the delivery of prevention, education and awareness activities, risk management approaches and operational responses to integrity threats. You may assist in the assessment and management of monitoring and detection activities, integrity incidents, preliminary enquiries, personnel security concerns, employment suitability matters and other insider threat risks, ensuring established policies, procedures and governance requirements are applied.

You will build productive working relationships, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support a culture of integrity, accountability and ethical behaviour across the organisation. You will have opportunities to develop your expertise across a range of disciplines including fraud and corruption control, integrity, personnel security, intelligence, investigations, monitoring and detection, and risk management.

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 recruitment process.

Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) or qualifications in a related field will be highly regarded but not essential.

Our ideal candidate:

• has experience or transferable skills relevant to one or more of the following disciplines: fraud and corruption control, integrity, personnel security, insider threat, intelligence, investigations, monitoring and detection, risk management, governance, compliance or related advisory functions
• demonstrates an understanding of fraud and corruption prevention, integrity or personnel security principles and can apply this knowledge to provide sound advice and support informed decision-making and risk management outcomes
• contributes to the implementation and continuous improvement of fraud, corruption, integrity and personnel security policies, processes, controls and prevention activities
• analyses information, intelligence and risk indicators to identify issues, emerging risks and potential vulnerabilities, and contributes to evidence-based advice and recommendations
• builds and maintains productive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, providing timely advice and support and preparing clear, accurate and timely written products
• demonstrates sound judgement, initiative and a willingness to learn, contributing positively to team outcomes and a culture of integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement, while effectively managing competing priorities and sensitive information.

Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) or qualifications in a related field will be highly regarded but not essential.

Getting to know the Australian Taxation Office

We are globally recognised for leading best practice in the administration of tax and superannuation, promoting a level playing field and fairness for all. Our work makes a real difference to the lives of Australians and positively impacts their economic and social wellbeing. Our people are problem-solvers, curious, dynamic and are at the heart of our success. We are inclusive and embrace the strength of diversity. Flexible working arrangements are available to help balance work and life. We offer more than you expect. We offer a place where you can belong, a say in how you make a difference, and the chance to grow a successful career.