Team Leader

• At least one (1) ongoing and/or fixed term role in the Investigations Branch, Compliance Division, Melbourne
• Salary $128,635-140,849 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 5.2
• Based in Melbourne CBD, 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 Melbourne 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 1, 2 and 6, outlining why your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for this role, and
2. provide a resume.

More information

You can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact Shaun Agius, Acting Director, Investigations Melbourne on 03 9628 6140 or via email on shaun.agius@sro.vic.gov.au.

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 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.