Principal Investigator - Investigations Melbourne

State Revenue Office; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 116.000 - 129.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working arrangements

12% superannuation

Zusammenfassung

State Revenue Office in Melbourne CBD is offering multiple ongoing and fixed term Principal Investigator/Auditor roles in the Investigations Melbourne Branch, Compliance Division. You will lead complex investigations and audits, mentoring junior staff and ensuring outcomes aligned with SRO objectives.

The role requires a track record as Investigator/Auditor in tax or revenue, strong leadership, and the ability to interpret legislation.

Qualifikationen

• Experience as Investigator/Auditor in a tax or revenue field.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to interpret complex legislation.

Aufgaben

• Lead and mentor a large team of investigators/auditors.
• Conduct sensitive investigations and audits across revenue lines and negotiate outcomes.
• Provide expert advice on complex state taxation matters and participate in strategic compliance planning.

Kenntnisse

Investigator/Auditor experience

People management

Verbal and written communication

Legislation interpretation

Ausbildung

Tertiary qualification in relevant discipline

Jobbeschreibung

Occupation: Governance and risk management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/SRO/COM/1954539

Multiple ongoing and fixed term Principal Investigator/Auditor Grade 5 positions are being offered in the Investigations Melbourne Branch, Compliance Division, Melbourne CBD.

Principal Investigator/Auditor – Investigations Melbourne Branch

• Multiple ongoing and fixed term roles in the Investigations Melbourne Branch, Compliance Division
• Salary $116,413 - $128,631 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 5.1
• Based in Melbourne CBD, with hybrid working arrangements

What we offer

The State Revenue Office is the Victorian Government's revenue management agency, administering a range of taxes, duties, levies, grants, and subsidies.

We aim to develop our people to achieve great outcomes for the Victorian community. We offer flexible working arrangements and a workplace culture that is rewarding and productive, where contributions are valued and recognised, expectations are clear, and treatment is fair and equitable. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and safe working environment. Find out more about working at the SRO at sro.vic.gov.au/careers or via our LinkedIn page .

The opportunity

The Principal Investigator/Auditor role will require you, as the most experienced member of a team, to independently undertake the most complex and sensitive investigation/audit activities in the Investigations Melbourne Branch in accordance with approved SRO compliance activities, and to mentor and provide guidance to less senior members of the team.

Reporting to a Team Leader, you will be required to:

• Assist the team leader with managing and leading a large team of Investigators/auditors.
• Conduct sensitive and/or complex investigations and audits, individually or as part of a team, across multiple revenue lines and conducting sensitive and complex negotiations with customers to achieve outcomes consistent with SRO objectives.
• Conduct complex research and provide expert advice on complex state taxation matters as well as contributing to the planning of strategic compliance activities.

Who we are looking for

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A record of achievement as an Investigator/Auditor in a tax or revenue field with advanced expertise in applying a range of investigative techniques.
• People management experience in motivating, mentoring and training a team of investigators/auditors combined with your excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in interpreting and applying complex legislation in a taxation or revenue field.
• A tertiary qualification or demonstrated commitment to tertiary studies in a relevant discipline (highly desirable).

More information

For more information, please read the position description or contact Nikki Carrick, Acting Area Manager, Investigations Melbourne on 9628 6822 or by email on [e-mail]

If you require any adjustments to assist you throughout the recruitment process, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, emailHRServices @sro.vic.gov.au .

Please note, as part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those related to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history.

This role may be subject to a probation period.

Applications close Thursday 12 November 2026 at 11.59pm