Investigation Officer

Initial 12-month fixed term (non-ongoing) contract | Canberra or Melbourne location | Hybrid work

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking an APS5 Investigation Officer for our federal government client, on an initial 12-month fixed term (non-ongoing) contract, based in either Canberra or Melbourne.

In this role you will;

• Assist in gathering, analysing, and documenting information to support investigations into potential anti‑avoidance schemes under the Electoral Act and the Referendum Act.
• Review documents and financial information to identify gaps or issues and providing well considered advice to support decision making.
• Apply data and intelligence tools to proactively identify high‑risk behaviours, entities, and schemes that may pose a compliance risk.
• Use your analytical skills to assess patterns or indicators of non-compliance and contribute to the design of targeted compliance strategies.
• Assist in preparing clear and accurate briefing materials, reports, and correspondence for decision‑makers.
• Contribute to maintaining quality standards and supporting a consistent approach to investigations.

Essential criteria

• Experience supporting structured or compliance base work such as financial audits, quality checks or similar processes. You will be organised and able to complete tasks methodically and accurately while meeting compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to analyse and interpret moderately complex to complex information, identify potential issues and provide timely, accurate, and well‑reasoned advice and support to decision makers.
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in responding to evolving legislative requirements, changing work priorities and process changes.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team and engage confidently with internal stakeholders and external scheme participants.
• The capability to manage your workload, prioritise effectively, and deliver high‑quality work within tight or competing timeframes.

A Certificate IV in Government Investigations or the willingness to undertake this qualification, is highly desirable.

Please note that you must be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain baseline security clearance to be considered for this opportunity.

This role can be located in Canberra or Melbourne with hybrid working arrangements.

This is a non-ongoing opportunity for up to 18 months, and S26 transfers from other government agencies may be considered.

NEXT STEPS

If you think this could be the right role for you APPLY TODAY or for further information, please contact Lindsey on lindsey@pinpointtalent.com.au