Police & Justice - Sos Recruitment

Sos Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

SOS Recruitment is assisting a Australian Government agency to fill APS5/APS6 Investigations Officers in Canberra, ACT or Melbourne, VIC. Start ASAP for an approximate 12-month assignment with potential extension.

APS5/APS6 roles involve investigations into non-compliance and avoidance schemes, data analysis, risk assessment and preparation of briefs for decision-makers. Candidates must obtain Baseline security clearance and Australian Citizenship.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting investigations, compliance reviews or regulatory work.
• Strong analytical and risk identification skills.
• Excellent written communication and briefing abilities.

Responsibilities

• APS5: Gather, analyse and document information to support investigations into potential non-compliance and avoidance schemes.
• APS5: Review documents and financial information to identify gaps, inconsistencies, risks and potential issues.
• APS5: Use data and intelligence tools to identify high-risk behaviours, entities and emerging compliance risks.
• APS5: Assist with the preparation of briefs, reports and correspondence for decision-makers.
• APS5: Support targeted compliance activities and maintain accurate investigation records.
• APS6: Conduct risk-based investigations into potential non-compliance and avoidance schemes.
• APS6: Analyse financial, regulatory and intelligence information to identify risks and support further compliance action.
• APS6: Prepare high-quality briefs, reports and correspondence for senior decision-makers.
• APS6: Contribute to the development and refinement of investigation, compliance and regulatory procedures.
• APS6: Provide guidance and support to junior team members and contribute to capability development.

Skills

Investigations

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomy

Job description

Job Description

Position: APS5/6 Investigations Officers
Location: Canberra, ACT or Melbourne, VIC
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Approx. 12 months with potential to extend (Non-ongoing or Section 26)
Pay rate:
APS5 $88,834 - $96,848 per annum plus 15.4% super
APS6 $99,734 - $111,701 per annum plus 15.4% super

Security requirements: Australian Citizenship required. Candidates must have the ability to obtain/maintain a minimum Baseline security clearance.

Overview

An Australian Government agency is seeking experienced APS5 and APS6 Investigations Officers to join a high-performing regulatory team responsible for supporting compliance and investigations within a complex legislative environment.

These positions will contribute to investigations into potential non-compliance and avoidance schemes, including analysing financial information, identifying risks and issues, and supporting appropriate regulatory action.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in investigations, compliance, financial audits, assurance, regulatory work or similar environments who are looking to contribute to high-profile work with a strong public purpose.

Responsibilities

APS5:

• Gather, analyse and document information to support investigations into potential non-compliance and avoidance schemes.
• Review documents and financial information to identify gaps, inconsistencies, risks and potential issues.
• Use data and intelligence tools to identify high-risk behaviours, entities and emerging compliance risks.
• Assist with the preparation of briefs, reports and correspondence for decision-makers.
• Support targeted compliance activities and maintain accurate investigation records.

APS6:

• Conduct risk-based investigations into potential non-compliance and avoidance schemes.
• Analyse financial, regulatory and intelligence information to identify risks and support further compliance action.
• Prepare high-quality briefs, reports and correspondence for senior decision-makers.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of investigation, compliance and regulatory procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members and contribute to capability development.

Experience/requirements

• Experience supporting or conducting investigations, financial audits, compliance reviews, assurance activities or similar structured regulatory work.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information, identify risks or issues and provide well-reasoned advice.
• Strong written communication skills, particularly in preparing briefs, reports and formal correspondence.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate, high-quality work within deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability and the ability to work effectively within an evolving legislative and regulatory environment.
• For APS6 positions, demonstrated ability to work autonomously and provide guidance or support to junior staff.
• Australian Citizenship is mandatory.
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.
• Candidates must be able to maintain political neutrality and impartiality due to the nature of the work.

Applications for this role will close on 13 October 2026. If your application is received after this date, we’ll be happy to keep your CV on file for similar opportunities that may come up. We encourage you to apply even if the closing date has passed.

SOS Recruitment is committed to workplace diversity and equity in employment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, and individuals from diverse cultural, linguistic, religious and LGBTIQ backgrounds.