• One (1) ongoing role and one (1) fixed term (up to 12 months) role in the Landholder Acquisitions Branch, Compliance Division
• Salary $124,888 plus 11.5% superannuation – VPS Grade 5.2
• Based in Melbourne CBD, with hybrid working opportunities

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 www.sro.vic.gov.au/careers, or via our LinkedIn page.

The opportunity  

The Landholder Acquisitions Branch is responsible for the administration of the landholder provisions under Chapter 3 of the Duties Act 2000. It is also responsible for ensuring compliance with the lease and change in beneficial ownership provisions under Chapter 2 of the Act. The primary purpose of these roles are to effectively manage of a team of officers within the Branch in ensuring taxpayer compliance with the above provisions.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Managing and leading a team of officers in the provision of private rulings and the conduct of compliance based investigations in the administration of the landholder, lease and change in beneficial ownership provisions.
• Managing team performance effectively through counselling and conflict resolution. Mentor and develop team members in their technical skills and professional development, including the provision of support, advice and guidance in the preparation of private rulings and the conduct of compliance based investigations.
• Negotiating appropriate outcomes with taxpayers and their representatives to achieve the business objectives of the SRO and the Branch.
• Identifying industry schemes designed to avoid or take advantage of weaknesses or anomalies in the landholder, lease and/or change in beneficial ownership provisions and recommend solutions to rectify such problems and participate in the Landholder Acquisitions Branch Management Team.

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 officers.
• Demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of complex legislation in a taxation or revenue environment.
• Demonstrated high level research, innovative thinking, analytical and conceptual skills; with an ability to contribute to policy development.
• High level interpersonal, communication, customer service and negotiation skills, including the ability to communicate and work effectively with staff at all levels and maintain relationships with external peers and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions in situations where there are no guidelines or definitive statements on the application of relevant policy or legislation.
• Tertiary qualification in law, accounting, commerce, economics or a related discipline.

How to apply

Submit an application via the ‘Apply now' button by 11.59pm Thursday 29 May 2025.

You will need to upload:

• a cover letter outlining your skills and suitability for the role
• and a resume.

More information

You can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact George Duvcevski, Branch Manager, Landholder Acquisitions Melbourne on 03 9628 6626.

If you require any adjustments to assist you throughout the recruitment process, 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.

These roles may be subject to a probation period.