EL1 Change Manager

About the Opportunity

AUSTRAC, Australia's financial intelligence agency, is evolving to strengthen its fight against money laundering and terrorism financing. As we expand our regulatory reach and broaden our digital transformation, we're seeking Change Managers to be part of our transformation journey and deliver meaningful outcomes for our people, and the broader organisation.

As Change Manager, you'll build trusted relationships and apply tactical insight to coordinate and deliver enterprise-wide change activities aligned to frame works and methodologies. Drawing on your collaborative spirit and innovative thinking, you'll equip to business areas with the right tools and resources, to build resilience, adapt, thrive and embrace change with confidence and clarity. As a strong communicator and results-driven professional, you inspire and guide teams to achieve sustainable outcomes through successful change adoption.

If you embrace challenges diligently, and eager to make a meaningful impact we encourage you to apply

For more information about the capabilities we're looking for, please refer to the Candidate Pack in the AUSTRAC Careers Page.

The key duties of the position include

• Manage the implementation and delivery of change programs and projects.
• Develop and execute structured change and communication plans.
• Provide expert advice on change strategy, change readiness, impact and training needs and deployment plans.
• Prepare basic process mapping, workflow analysis.
• Track and report on change readiness, adoption metrics, and feedback.
• Lead training, coaching, and mentoring to uplift change management capability across AUSTRAC, aligned with agency frameworks and standards.
• Collaborate with divisions and branches to deliver solutions driven by business needs and requirements.
• Prepare high-quality presentation decks, change artefacts, and content for governance committees and executive audiences.

Eligibility

Who are we looking for

We are seeking collaborative and proactive leaders with a strong background in Change Management to join the team at AUSTRAC.

Required

• Knowledge and experience working on complex and/or large scaled projects, including organisational change

Desirable

• Qualifications in change management and/or relevant industry experience.
• Background in Communications, adult learning or training experience.

To be eligible for this role you

• Must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.
• Will need to undertake AUSTRAC's pre-engagement checks.
• Will need to obtain and maintain an ongoing, minimum Baseline security clearance.

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 28 September 2025.

For enquiries, please contact Lola Pintos-Lopez on

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