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Australian Securities and Investments Commission
Deputy General Counsel
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW; Traralgon, VIC
Classification: Senior Executive Service Band 1, Senior Executive Service Band 2
Position number: 1945659
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1
Applications close: Sunday, 27 September
Agency website: https://asic.gov.au
Purpose: As Deputy General Counsel — Corporate Legal Services, you will be a senior member of ASIC’s Legal Services leadership team. You will lead a broad portfolio spanning commercial and employment law, litigation and public law, information and data law, and legal operations. You will provide strategic legal leadership, strengthen legal risk management and support confident, well-informed decision-making across ASIC.
Position contact: Nicky Amorosa
Telephone: 0466 568 097.
Department of the Treasury
Director, Legislative Drafter
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Locations: Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $167,708 to $192,469
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: 29-2026
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 27 September
Agency website: https://www.treasury.gov.au
The role: Treasury’s Law Division is looking to fill an EL2 vacancy for a Legislative Drafter to operate under broad direction and exercise a high degree of independence, judgment and initiative in leading Treasury’s in-house legislative drafting function.
The role is accountable for the delivery and quality of complex legislative drafting work, management of drafting priorities and resources, provision of strategic and authoritative drafting advice, and development of Treasury’s legislative drafting capability.
Position contact: Chris Leggett
Telephone: (02) 6263 3357.
Department of the Senate
Senior Research Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Barton, ACT
Salary: $112,252 to $123,136
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 706
Applications close: Sunday, 27 September
Agency website: https://www.aph.gov.au/About_Parliament/Parliamentary_Departments/Department_of_the_Senate
The role: The Department of the Senate is seeking applications from people interested in joining the Committee Office as a Senior Research Officer.
Senior Research Officers work as part of a committee secretariat team to undertake research and analysis of evidence, draft committee reports and briefing material, and assist in managing committee inquiries through all stages of the process. They require strong research, analytical and writing skills and the ability to deliver work that is accurate, timely and of a consistently high standard.
Senior Research Officers regularly liaise with senators and their staff, public servants and representatives of external organisations. They are often a primary point of contact for committee stakeholders and must demonstrate high-level communication skills, sound judgment and professionalism. They also contribute to the planning and delivery of committee activities, including private meetings and local and interstate public hearings, and require strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, small-team environment. They may need to work reasonable additional hours during peak work periods and assist other secretariat teams from time to time. Some interstate travel to support committee hearings may be required.
Contact: Human Resource Management
Telephone: (02) 6277 5924.
Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security
Executive Support Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Barton, ACT
Salary: $103,652 to $116,482
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 0279/26_OIGIS-EXT
Security clearance: Positive Vetting/Privileged Access
Applications close: Sunday, 27 September
Agency website: https://www.igis.gov.au
The opportunity: The Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (IGIS) is seeking a highly capable and proactive Executive Support Officer (APS6) to provide high-level executive and administrative support to senior leaders across the organisation.
Supporting the Assistant Inspector-General, Legal and Assurance, the Assistant Inspector-General, Agency Oversight, and the Executive Director, Enterprise Management Unit, this role operates in a complex and sensitive environment and contributes significantly to the office’s functions.
Working with a high degree of independence, the Executive Support Officer exercises judgment, manages competing priorities, coordinates workflows, and provides strategic administrative support to senior executives. The role requires the ability to anticipate issues, manage risks, develop solutions, and build productive working relationships across the organisation.
This position is Canberra-based, with the opportunity to negotiate flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid option; however, most of the work will need to be conducted at the Canberra office.
Position contact: OIGIS Recruitment
Telephone: (02) 6141 4490.
National Film and Sound Archive of Australia
Collection Conservation Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Acton, ACT
Salary: $79,125 to $86,246
Classification: APS Level 4
Position number: 89700
Applications close: Sunday, 27 September
Agency website: https://www.nfsa.gov.au
The opportunity: The Collection Conservation Officer is part of a small team reporting to the Team Leader Conservation and plays a key role in a wide range of activities associated with exhibitions, collection care, and preventative conservation. The role works closely with the Collection Management team by assisting and giving advice on collection storage and rehousing activities.
Position contact: Shingo Ishikawa
Telephone: (02) 6248 2038.
Australian Electoral Commission
Electoral Educators, Communication, Education and Engagement Branch
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $79,231 to $86,825
Classification: APS Level 4
Position number: 2026-158 Multiple
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 27 September
Agency website: https://www.aec.gov.au
The role: This is an exciting opportunity to join the AEC and contribute to work that has a direct impact on Australia’s democratic processes.
Electoral Educators deliver key education programs at the National Electoral Education Centre (NEEC) and welcome schools from across Australia visiting Canberra as part of their civics and citizenship learning experiences. The NEEC accommodates about 80,000 visitors annually (mainly Year 5 and 6 students). It is also exploring the development of digital education program options such as live-streamed and pre-recorded virtual sessions.
You will deliver engaging education sessions on Australia’s federal electoral system, including the House of Representatives, Senate and referendum processes. You will facilitate interactive learning experiences for students and adult visitors. This includes planning and preparing sessions, setting up learning spaces, ensuring resources and technology are available, tailoring presentations to audience needs, and delivering sessions professionally and effectively. You will be required to learn all programs offered by the NEEC, with the flexibility to work across the operational hours of the NEEC (8:15 am — 5:45 pm).
You will contribute to the ongoing development, delivery and evaluation of education programs, learning resources and training materials, ensuring contemporary and inclusive educational practices are embedded in all activities. You may also support external engagement activities across a range of events and audiences, and contribute to the design, development and delivery of digital learning initiatives. From time to time, you may undertake additional duties or assume responsibility for other functions as directed by the leadership team.
You will proactively identify and respond to issues that may affect outcomes, seek guidance when required and exercise sound judgment in a dynamic environment. You will adapt to changing priorities and operational requirements while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.
Position contact: Krys Saclier
Telephone: 1800 020 067.
Services Australia
Finance Director
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Locations: Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Robina, QLD
Salary: $141,751 to $168,571
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: EXT-EL-2026-924
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Monday, 28 September
Agency website: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au
The role: Key duties include:
- Exercising strong leadership and directing a high-performing team in producing financial and budget deliverables, managing business issues, monthly and annual management and/or financial reporting requirements, budgets and costings, preparing and coordinating Cabinet submissions, and developing improvements to financial systems and processes.
- Providing clear and concise strategic advice and reporting to internal and external stakeholders on matters relating to budget and financial management, financial policy, financial reporting, and financial systems and processes.
- Proactively identifying and influencing the implementation of process and system improvements while maintaining strong communication channels with relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of CFO Division outcomes.,
- Supervising, developing and coaching staff, including providing clear and consistent communication, setting clear performance and behavioural standards, managing performance and delegating responsibility.
- Engaging and influencing senior leadership by explaining complex information, translating financial systems management initiatives into operational goals. Creating a shared sense of purpose to enable implementation.
- Overseeing, reviewing and advising on a range of written material, including business cases, Cabinet submissions, Senate Estimate submissions, ministerial and agency briefs, and corporate documentation.
Position contact: Michele Robinson
Telephone: 0460 018 846.
Australian Taxation Office
Principal Lawyer
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $155,911 to $185,713
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: EXT_ESCO_726_2026
Applications close: Monday, 28 September
Agency website: https://www.ato.gov.au
The role: We are seeking qualified lawyers with a strong drive for success to join our Office of General Counsel.
As a Principal Lawyer, you’ll lead advice and dispute resolution services across a range of general law matters affecting ATO operations. You’ll provide authoritative advice on complex, sensitive and high-risk legal matters, influence decision-making at senior executive levels and drive the effective management of legal risk across the organisation.
You will oversee significant litigation and general law matters, exercising a high degree of professional judgment and autonomy to resolve complex legal issues and support sound governance and legally robust outcomes.
You will lead legal teams, provide stewardship of legal capability, and contribute to the strategic direction of the Office of General Counsel and the broader ATO.
We embrace the strength of diversity — through our people and the perspectives they bring. We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and encourage applications from people with disability or neurodivergence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the selection process.
Position contact: Kate Roberts
Telephone: (03) 8632 4515.
Department of Parliamentary Services
Assistant Director, Accommodation
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 33447
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Monday, 28 September
Agency website: https://jobs.dps.gov.au
Position overview: Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is seeking a highly motivated, experienced and strategic leader to fill the Assistant Director Accommodation (PEL1) role in the Planning and Quality Branch (PQB).
The Assistant Director Accommodation (AD Accommodation) leads a small team critical to supporting DPS’s accommodation planning and relocation activities, furniture management for DPS staff and ongoing care and stewardship of Australian Parliament House’s special furniture collection.
The successful applicant will have strong coordination and communication skills and the ability to multitask and prioritise competing demands. The AD Accommodation leads and supports end-to-end procurement activities, manages multiple contracts across Parliament House and parliamentary departments, and provides oversight of accommodation, relocation and furniture requests. The AD Accommodation will also have the opportunity to work closely with multiple stakeholders from both DPS and other parliamentary departments, supporting the delivery of essential services in a fast-paced environment.
The role suits someone who can manage competing priorities and build productive working relationships with a broad stakeholder group. Experience in accommodation planning, inventory management, procurement, and stewardship, maintenance and preservation of a collection like the APH special furniture collection is preferred.
Position contact: Dani Morris
Telephone: (02) 6277 9777.
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Finance Business Partner
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $99,734 to $112,044
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 2026/2613
Applications close: Monday, 28 September
Agency website: https://www.agriculture.gov.au
The role: As an APS 6 Finance Business Partner, you will play a key role in supporting the department’s financial sustainability and informed decision-making. Through timely, high-quality financial advice, you will help business areas manage resources effectively, identify and manage risks, and meet legislative and policy obligations. Your work strengthens financial governance and capability across the organisation, directly supporting the delivery of the department’s priorities and outcomes.
The role’s duties may include some or all of the following:
- Provide strategic and operational financial advice and analysis on divisional or group financial performance.
- Deliver accurate, timely and value-adding financial information and independent advice to internal stakeholders, including regular financial, resource and business reporting.
- Support budget and forecast preparation, analysis and monitoring, including operational and capital expenditure.
- Help identify and implement improved financial management practices while ensuring compliance with relevant legislative and policy requirements.
- Collaborate within the section to support a high-performing, client-focused and solutions-driven team with clear accountabilities and expected behaviours.
Position contact: Muhammad Atif
Telephone: 0412 352 738.
National Health and Medical Research Council
Senior Governance Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Locations: Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC
Salary: $99,734 to $111,701
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 16-2026
Applications close: Monday, 28 September
Agency website: https://www.nhmrc.gov.au
The role: The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is seeking a motivated and highly organised individual to fill the role of Senior Governance Officer. The successful candidate will support the delivery of the Governance and Legal Section’s functions. The role will include managing Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and privacy matters, as well as supporting other work of the section.
The successful candidate will be able to apply sound judgment, manage competing priorities and communicate clearly with a range of internal and external stakeholders. They will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team, and will bring a flexible, practical and service-focused approach to supporting NHMRC to meet its statutory, governance and integrity obligations.
Position contact: Tom Cagorski
Telephone: (02) 6217 9020.
Australian Submarine Agency
HR & Corporate Officer (Multiple roles)
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Canberra, ACT
Salary: $89,841 to $96,829
Classification: APS Level 5
Position number: ASA/05196/26
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Applications close: Monday, 28 September
Agency website: https://www.defence.gov.au/about/taskforces/aukus
The role: The acquisition of conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines is a historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting-edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades.
As an APS 5 Officer within the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA), you will contribute to the delivery of key business services and operational outcomes across either human resources, workforce planning, recruitment, governance and/or administration.
Working under limited direction, you will provide advice and support, undertake research and analysis, coordinate activities, and apply relevant legislation, policies, procedures and governance frameworks to achieve business outcomes.
Depending on the role, you may support workforce management activities, recruitment processes, governance and secretariat functions, records and administrative management, reporting, or the delivery of corporate programs and initiatives.
You will be responsible for managing your own workload, exercising sound judgment within your area of responsibility, and delivering high-quality, customer-focused services.
You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues, support business priorities and contribute to continuous improvement activities. As a valued member of the team, you will share knowledge, support team objectives, and help foster a professional, collaborative and high-performing workplace culture.
Position contact: ASA Recruitment
Email: [email protected].
Department of Defence
Project Support Officer
Job type: Full-time, Non-ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $89,841 to $96,829
Classification: APS Level 5
Position number: CASG/04573/26
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Applications close: Monday, 28 September
Agency website: https://www.defence.gov.au
The role: The APS 5 Project Support Officer (Fundamental Inputs to Capability) provides high-quality project coordination and administrative support to ensure the successful delivery of organisational projects and programs. Working with limited supervision, the role supports project governance, reporting, stakeholder engagement, risk and issue management, and project documentation maintenance.
The position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities while contributing to project outcomes in a collaborative team environment.
Position contact: Rachelle Lynch
Telephone: (02) 6246 8539.
Future Fund Management Agency
Academy Lead, Engagement
Job type: Full-time, Non-ongoing
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Classification: APS Level 5
Position number: JR100364
Applications close: Monday, 28 September
Agency website: https://www.futurefund.gov.au
The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced learning and capability professional to join the Future Fund Academy team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Working closely with the Head of Academy, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering learning experiences that build organisational capability and support the Future Fund’s culture and strategic priorities. You will help coordinate academy operations, engage with stakeholders across the agency, and contribute to the design, delivery and continuous improvement of learning and development initiatives. The role supports the Future Fund Academy’s mission to foster a high-impact learning culture that enables continuous growth of organisational capability.
This broad and varied role combines learning program design, facilitation, stakeholder engagement, governance, communications and operational delivery. You will work with leaders, subject matter experts and external learning partners to deliver high-quality learning experiences and ensure academy programs continue to evolve and deliver impact across the agency.
Position contact: Danny Burke
Telephone: 0456 717 057.
Australian Digital Health Agency
Multiple EL1 vacancies — Enterprise Management Project Office
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Locations: Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $124,583 to $142,089
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 0291_09/26 2
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Wednesday, 30 September
Agency website: https://www.digitalhealth.gov.au
What we’re looking for: Across all opportunities, we’re seeking leaders who can:
- Apply project, program or portfolio management expertise in complex environments.
- Build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Lead and manage a team, and drive positive outcomes through collaboration and innovation.
- Manage competing priorities while delivering results.
- Champion continuous improvement, best practice and organisational capability uplift.
- Provide strategic advice and expert guidance to support informed decision-making.
- Bring relevant qualifications and/or experience in project, program or portfolio management.
Position contact: Penny Lim
Email: [email protected].
