Tax Advisory Review Specialist

State-Revenue-Office; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Revenue Office in Melbourne CBD invites a Senior Tax Advisory professional to join the Tax Advisory and Review Branch. The role handles complex state tax objections and private rulings, reporting to the Team Leader, and supports revenue reform initiatives across all revenue lines.

The ideal candidate will excel in interpreting legislation, conducting legal research and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, with experience meeting quality targets in a legal/commercial setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying complex legislation, including undertaking legal research to produce written taxation decisions.
• High level communication skills (interpersonal, verbal and written) to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Experience meeting quality and output targets in a complex legal/commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Effectively managing a file portfolio of complex objections and/or private rulings across all revenue lines.
• Develop and mentor junior staff in preparing objection determinations and private ruling decisions across all revenue lines.
• Build stakeholder relationships with private and government stakeholders to deliver and implement revenue reform initiatives.

Skills

Legal research

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

Senior Tax Advisory ProfessionalsAt least one (1) ongoing position is being offered in the Tax Advisory and Review Branch, Policy, Advisory and Legal Services DivisionSalary $116,413 - $128,631 plus 12% superannuation - VPS Grade 5Based in Melbourne CBD, with hybrid working arrangementsWhat we offerThe 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 Careers | State Revenue Office or via our LinkedIn page.The opportunityThis tax advisory role deals with complex state tax objections and ruling requests from external stakeholders.Reporting to the Team Leader, the Tax Advisory Review Specialist will be responsible for:Effectively managing a file portfolio of complex objections and/or private rulings across all revenue linesDevelop and mentor junior staff in preparing objection determinations and private ruling decisions across all revenue linesBuild stakeholder relationships across with private and government stakeholders to deliver and implement revenue reform initiativesWho we are looking forTo be successful in this role, you will have:Demonstrated experience in meeting quality and output performance targets in a complex legal and commercial environmentDemonstrated experience interpreting and applying complex legislation, including undertaking legal research to produce written taxation decisionsHigh level communication skills (interpersonal, verbal and written) to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationshipsHow to applySubmit an application via the `Apply now' button by 11.59pm on Tuesday 10 November 2026.You will need to upload:a cover letter addressing Key Selection Criteria 1, 4 and 5 in the position descriptionand a resume.More informationYou can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact Rochella Young, Acting Director, Tax Advisory and Review Branch on 03 9628 0110.If you require any adjustments to assist you throughout the recruitment process, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, email [e-mail] 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.