Team Leader

• One (1) fixed term (up to 12 months) role in the Investigations Branch, Ballarat, Compliance Division
• Salary $124,888 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.
• 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.
• Ensuring all quality system requirements are met.

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
• Demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of complex legislation in a taxation or revenue environment
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills to conduct research to devise innovative and effective solutions
• High-level customer service skills to develop relationships with and meet stakeholder needs
• 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 Sunday 2 November 2025. 

You will need to:

• upload your current resume
• submit a cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) addressing the ‘who we are looking for' section above.

More information
You can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact Gabrielle Anderson, Investigations Ballarat on 03 9628 6910 or via email on gabrielle.anderson@sro.vic.gov.au.

If you require any adjustments to help you to participate in the recruitment process, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, email HRServices@sro.vic.gov.au.

Please 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.