Team Leader - Investigations Ballarat

State Revenue Office; Ballarat; Hybrid; AUD 129,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Job summary

State Revenue Office in Ballarat, Victoria, is seeking a Team Leader – Investigations for an ongoing role. The position offers a salary range of $128,635–$140,849 plus 12% superannuation, VPS Grade 5.2, with hybrid work arrangements.

Based in Ballarat, you will lead investigators, oversee complex investigations and audits, and drive strategic compliance initiatives. Candidates should have strong people management and a proven track record in compliance.

Qualifications

• People management experience leading investigators/auditors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A track record in a compliance or related function.
• Experience interpreting complex legislation in taxation or revenue.
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a large team of Investigators/Auditors.
• Oversee the conduct of sensitive and/or complex investigations and audits by individuals or teams.
• Set priorities and manage workloads by effective delegation and resource allocation.
• Mentor, coach and address performance issues within the team.
• Contribute to the planning of strategic compliance activities.

Skills

People management

Verbal & written communication

Compliance & audits

Legislation interpretation

Education

Tertiary qualification in relevant discipline

Job description

## Team Leader - Investigations BallaratAt least one (1) ongoing Team Leader Grade 5.2 position in the Investigations Ballarat Branch, Compliance DivisionJob Details| | || --- | --- || | || Department: | State Revenue Office || Work Type: | Ongoing - full time || Job Function: | Regulatory, Governance and Compliance || Classification: | VPSG5.2 || Work Location: | Ballarat - Central Highlands || Reference: | VG/SRO/COM/1954769 || Closing Date: | 12-Nov-2026 || Salary Range: | $128,635 - $140,849 || Job Duration: | N/A || Attachments: | ED2012 27485 HR PD127 Team Leader Grade 5.2 Investigations.pdf (PDF, 159KB) || Contact: | Karen Croxford 0419 115 337 |---### Position Details**Team Leader – Investigations Branch, Ballarat – Ongoing*** **At least one (1) ongoing role in the Investigations Ballarat Branch, Compliance Division*** **Salary $128,635-$140,849 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 5.2*** **Based in Ballarat, 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 Team Leader is responsible for leading and overseeing a team of investigators conducting complex investigations and audit activities in the Investigations Ballarat Branch. This role provides support, advice and guidance to team members by setting priorities, managing workloads, in accordance with approved SRO compliance activities.Reporting to the Area Manager, you will be responsible for:* Managing and leading a large team of Investigators/Auditors.* Managing and overseeing the conduct of sensitive and/or complex investigations and audits by individuals or teams.* Setting priorities and manage workloads by effective delegation and resource allocation.* Managing team performance effectively through mentoring, counselling and conflict resolution.* Contributing to the planning of strategic compliance activities.**Who we are looking for**To be successful in this role, you will have:* People management experience in leading, motivating, performance managing and mentoring a team of investigators/auditors.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* A record of achievement in a compliance or related function.* Experience in interpreting and applying complex legislation in a taxation or revenue field.* A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline is highly desirable.**How to apply**Submit an application via the ‘Apply now' button by **11.59pm on Thursday 12 November 2026.****For your application to be considered, you MUST:**1. provide a cover letter which includes responses to key selection criteria numbers 1, 2 and 4, outlining why your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for this role, and2. provide a resume.**More information**You can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact **Karen Croxford, Branch Manager, Investigations Ballarat on 0419 115 337 or via email on [e-mail].**If you require any adjustments to assist you throughout the recruitment process, or you need a copy of this advertisement and attachments 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.