Regulatory Investigations Officer (APS5/6)

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

Benefits offered by this job

15.4% super

Job summary

SOS Recruitment is seeking APS5 and APS6 Investigations Officers to join a high-performing regulatory team in Canberra, ACT or Melbourne, VIC. The assignment is approximately 12 months with potential extension. Start date ASAP, with Baseline security clearance and Australian citizenship required.

The role focuses on investigations into non-compliance and regulatory action, supported by financial analysis. These positions suit candidates with experience in investigations, compliance, financial

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or conducting investigations, financial audits, or regulatory work.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex information and identify risks.
• Strong written communication for briefs, reports and formal correspondence.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work on deadlines.
• Stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability in evolving legislative/regulatory environment.
• For APS6: ability to work autonomously and guide junior staff.
• Australian Citizenship is mandatory and Baseline security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse and document information to support investigations into non-compliance and avoidance schemes.
• Review documents and financial information to identify gaps, risks and issues.
• Use data and intelligence tools to identify high-risk behaviours and emerging compliance risks.
• Assist with briefs, reports and correspondence for decision-makers.
• Support targeted compliance activities and maintain investigation records.
• APS5: assist with day-to-day activities; APS6: provide guidance to junior staff.

Job description

SOS Recruitment is seeking APS5 and APS6 Investigations Officers to join a high-performing regulatory team in Canberra, ACT or Melbourne, VIC. The assignment is approximately 12 months with potential extension. Start date ASAP, with Baseline security clearance and Australian citizenship required.

The role focuses on investigations into non-compliance and regulatory action, supported by financial analysis. These positions suit candidates with experience in investigations, compliance, financial