About the organisation
Our client is a Commonwealth organisation delivering services across Australia.
About the role
Reporting to the Assistant Director, Audit and Compliance, you will lead a complex superannuation review and remediation project within People Services and Wellbeing. You will coordinate a small project team, manage governance and delivery, and work with staff, former employees, advisers and government agencies to resolve underpayments and misclassification issues.
Key responsibilities
Lead the superannuation review and deliver agreed project outcomes.
Develop practical remediation solutions aligned with legal, policy and HR frameworks.
Maintain project plans, sprint schedules, risk registers and reporting tools.
Prepare executive briefs, reports and advice for project sponsors and senior stakeholders.
Liaise with agencies including the ATO, CSC and Department of Finance on compliance and reporting.
Manage consultancy arrangements and oversee project resources.
Coordinate sensitive consultations with affected staff, former employees and service providers.
Monitor milestones, manage risks and dependencies, and lead a collaborative project team.
Skills and experience
Significant experience in payroll, payroll remediation, audit or a similar field within the APS or a comparable organisation.
Strong understanding of superannuation frameworks, including underpayments and compliant remediation.
Experience managing complex public sector projects, preferably involving compliance, policy or HR systems.
Procurement and contract management expertise, including oversight of consultancy arrangements.
Strong governance, risk management, reporting and team leadership capability.
Ability to explain complex matters clearly and engage sensitively with diverse stakeholders, including First Nations people and people from non-English-speaking backgrounds.
Qualifications
Project management qualifications or equivalent experience.
Qualifications in Human Resources or a related field are desirable.
Why this role may appeal
You will lead a defined project with a direct impact on employee entitlements, compliance and organisational accountability. The role combines technical superannuation knowledge with project leadership and sensitive stakeholder engagement.
How to apply
Please submit your tailored CV and a statement of capability outlining your relevant experience.
Please include your work rights and availability.
Please provide the contact details of two referees from your most recent employer, if applicable. Referees will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview.
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