Client Account Manager

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 02 November, 2025 11:55 PM

Award/Classification

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 4

$83,011.00 to $95,547.00 per annum

Employment type

Permanent, full-time

Region

South

Location

Hobart

Overview

This position contributes to the efficient and effective operation of the Personal Services team in the Hobart Branch of the Client Services Division by undertaking financial administration, power of attorney and trust administration duties.

Diversity and Inclusiveness

We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTIQA+) people.

Public Trustee supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact listed at the end of this vacancy.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.

Major Functions

- Manage a caseload of complex files ensuring that financial administration, power of attorney and trusts are managed effectively in accordance with relevant legislation, procedural guidelines and client instructions.

- Exercise formal discretion in relation to the management of client files.

- Work with clients to set up and maintain client budgets including approving expenditure, authorising payment of invoices, issuing payment vouchers, coordinating liability repayment plans, and addressing client queries.

- Liaise with clients regarding their financial administration by telephone, in writing, and in person, undertaking client visitations as required.

- Attend Guardianship and Administration Board hearings to represent the Public Trustee and clients.

- Engage in proactive client service and relationship building through efficient, effective, timely and professional interactions with clients.

- Contribute to the achievement of team objectives.

Pre-employment Checks

- Arson and fire setting

- Violent crimes and crimes against the person

- Sex‑related offences

- Drug and alcohol related offences

- Crimes involving dishonesty

- Crimes involving deception

- Malicious damage and destruction to property

- Serious traffic offences

- Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice

- Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power

- Crimes involving Conspiracy

- Disciplinary action in previous employment.

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application (covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties) and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents.

We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please apply online by clicking the 'ApplyNow' button.

Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (PT)' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4911.

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