Team Leader

About this role

Team Leader

• Fixed term role (up to 15 January 2027) in the Landholder Acquisitions Branch, Compliance Division
• Salary $128,635 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 5.2
• Based in Melbourne CBD, with hybrid working arrangements

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 this role is the effective management of a team of officers within the Branch in ensuring taxpayer compliance with the above provisions.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will:

• Manage, lead and assist a team of officers in the delivery of high quality and timely decisions on voluntary lodgements, private rulings and investigations under the above provisions.
• Develop, train and mentor team members and manage team performance.
• Negotiate appropriate outcomes with taxpayers and their representatives to achieve the business objectives of the SRO and the Branch.
• Actively participate in and support the 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 of 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 on Monday 15 June 2026.

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit a one-page cover letter addressing the points in 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 George Duvcevski, Branch Manager, Landholder Acquisitions Melbourne on 03 9628 6626.

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

 

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