Policy - Multiple positions

AUSTRAC; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Generous leave entitlements

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

A leading financial intelligence regulator is seeking driven professionals in Canberra, Australia, across APS5 to EL1 classifications. The role involves preparing policy briefings, providing advice, and engaging in legislative reform. Candidates should have relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a passion for combating financial crime. The organization promotes a flexible hybrid work environment with generous leave entitlements, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting and applying legislation and policies.
• Familiarity with policy design principles and regulatory environments.
• Knowledge of the legislative process and providing policy advice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare written briefings and submissions on policy issues.
• Provide policy advice to support intelligence and regulatory functions.
• Develop solutions for legislative reform issues.
• Assess applications for exemptions to the AML/CTF Act.
• Conduct research and analysis on complex legislative issues.
• Develop regulatory guidance and educational materials.
• Support engagement with international institutions on AML/CTF matters.
• Develop and maintain relationships to facilitate and communicate changes within the AML/CTF framework.

Skills

Interpreting legislation and policies

Policy design principles

Regulatory environments

Research and analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Join AUSTRAC, Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) regulator, actively fighting financial crime through intelligence and regulation. We are currently recruiting for driven professionals across the APS5 to EL1 classifications to join our teams across the Policy, Rules and Guidance Branch. As a key member, you will collaborate across the agency to develop to help shape and support policy initiatives that strengthen Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) framework. If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting Australia’s efforts against financial crime, we encourage you to apply.

Dependent on the role and classification level, you may be expected to perform the following duties:

• Prepare written briefings and submissions on policy issues
• Provide policy advice to support AUSTRAC’s intelligence, regulatory, and corporate functions
• Develop solutions for legislative reform issues
• Assess applications for exemptions and modifications to the AML/CTF Act
• Interpret legislation and policy positions, conducting research and analysis on complex issues
• Develop regulatory guidance and educational materials
• Support engagement with international institutions on AML/CTF matters
• Develop and maintain relationships to facilitate and communicate changes within the AML/CTF framework

Key Capabilities for success

While we highly value the relevant skills, experience and knowledge in one or the following areas, we are also open to candidates who can demonstrate strong transferable skills to join the teams at AUSTRAC.

• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying legislation and policies
• Familiarity with policy design principles and regulatory environments, especially within the public sector
• Knowledge of the legislative process, including developing regulatory guidance and providing policy advice

For more detailed role duties and information about the capabilities we're looking for, please refer to the linked Candidate Pack. This can also be found through our AUSTRAC - Jobs List.

To be eligible for this role you:

• Must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.
• Will need to undertake AUSTRAC’s pre-engagement checks.
• Will need to obtain and maintain an ongoing Baseline Security Clearance.

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is being advertised concurrently under a general round, an affirmative measures disability and an affirmative measures indigenous round.

• Evidence of eligibility will be requested if your application progresses under an affirmative measures process.
• Please indicate in your application if you are applying under Affir...icative Measures, by ticking the relevant box in the application form.

Why AUSTRAC?

Flexible, hybrid work environment: We are committed to providing flexibility in working arrangements to recognise the importance of balancing work commitments with family, caring and other personal commitments of employees outside of work. AUSTRAC currently operates under a hybrid work arrangement.

Generous Leave Entitlements including NAIDOC leave, parental leave, cultural leave, compassionate leave, carers leave, blood donation leave and community work leave.

Diversity and Inclusion: Our core values of diversity, inclusion, and integrity drive everything we do. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and those of mature age. We recognise that united behaviours and mindsets will support our agency today and guide us into the future.

Mission Driven: Make an impact at Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing regulator and financial intelligence unit. We offer you a challenging and rewarding career with meaningful work.

Closing Date and Notes

Applications close at 11:30 pm AEDT on Tuesday 31 March 2026

For enquiries, please contact: Maggie 0476 077 870