EL1 Manager, Pay and Conditions

About the opportunity

AUSTRAC is seeking to fill position Manager, Pay and Conditions to manage and uplift our Payroll Operations and HR systems. Your day will involve working closely with key stakeholders,

uncovering unique, HR and payroll challenges to build solutions that deliver measurable results. You'll be leading a motivated team of payroll professionals that manage end-to-end payroll process for approximately 850 staff, ensuring our people are paid accurately and on time. As a trusted adviser, you'll develop smooth, effective processes and procedures to align with legislation and APS policy. As an influential leader, you are a multiplier, guiding a geographically dispersed team and creating an atmosphere where people feel empowered and encouraged to contribute their best ideas. Combining proven leadership and team development experience, and strong stakeholder management, you'll keep us ahead of the curve on compliance, automation, and scalable processes as AUSTRAC continues to grow. If you embrace challenges diligently, are passionate about leading teams in a collaborative environment, and eager to make a meaningful impact we encourage you to apply.

What are we looking for

While we are looking for these attributes, we consider transferrable skills and encourage applicants who embody AUSTRAC's culture and values to apply.

Applied knowledge and experience in:

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Human Resources

Understanding and demonstrated capability in applying human resources principles and expertise.

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Application of legislative and other governing frameworks

Demonstrated ability to apply comprehensive work knowledge, precedent and established legislation, policy, procedures and guidelines to situations involving a high level of complexity and sensitivity which require considerable interpretation and analysis

For more information about the capabilities we're looking for, please refer to the Candidate

Pack in the AUSTRAC Careers Page

Key Duties

· Leading and manage a dedicated team of five, to ensure the

· Ongoing sustainability of the payroll operations.

· Planning and prioritise continuous improvement to business processes.

· Ensure HR system (Aurion) capabilities and processes are fit for purpose.

· Develop and maintain practices and systems to enhance the

· Client experience in relation to pay and conditions matters.

· Assess best practice and APS wide developments.

· Identify pay and conditions risks, implementing appropriate Risk controls and escalating risks.

· Provide expert conditions of employment and policy advice.

· Provide high level subject matter expertise in relation to Overseas Conditions of Service.

· Developing and/or implement policies, guidelines and procedures.

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is being advertised concurrently under a general round, an affirmative measures disability round and an affirmative measures indigenous round.

Evidence of eligibility will be requested if your application progresses under an affirmative measures process.

We offer competitive remuneration and great conditions, including:

· Annual leave of 4 weeks (20 days) per year + additional paid Christmas close down.

· Cultural, Ceremonial and NAIDOC leave.

· 18 days of paid personal leave per year.

· 15.4% superannuation, which continues through paid maternity leave.

· 18 weeks of paid maternity leave.

· Competitive APS salaries with access to annual salary progression.

· Study assistance - up to $6,000 per annum and up to 120 hours of study leave.

View the AUSTRAC Enterprise Agreement for more information about current salaries and other conditions of employment.

About Us

AUSTRAC, Australia's financial intelligence agency and anti-money laundering and terrorism financing regulator, is undergoing a significant transformation to enhance its role in combating money laundering and terrorism financing. This includes proposed expansion of its regulatory regime and a broader digital transformation to support our growing agency. As we embrace these changes and grow, our focus is on fostering innovation, collaboration, and effective problem-solving within an inclusive and supportive work environment. At AUSTRAC, you'll be part of a team dedicated to maintaining the integrity of Australia's financial system and making a real impact in preventing financial crime.

Closing Date and further details

Applications close at
11:30pm on 3 November 2025.

For enquiries, please contact: PC_Enquiries

Please note, we can only accept applications via the AUSTRAC Careers Portal.