Compliance Specialist

Join our dynamic team in a newly created role where you'll shape processes, drive compliance, and make a real impact from day one.

• Flexible work - 2 days in our Belmont office, up to 3 days work from home
• 12 month fixed term with possibility to extend- Salary $103,344-$105,814
• 4 weeks leave plus an additional 2 weeks paid leave over the Christmas period

About usWe are a national not-for-profit organisation with over 100 services across 3 core areas, children's services, community services and training.  As part of our corporate team, you'll have opportunities to do great work and grow your career ­– with all the support you need to get there. We work hard to give our people on the ground the best support so they can support children, families, and women.

Based in Belmont, we're a passionate bunch who trust each other to show up, pitch in and support each other. That's how we meet the challenge every day (and still make time for fun). One Tree is a place for flexible people who want to create a career and life they love waking up to.

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About this roleA brand new role within our payroll team, the Compliance Specialist plays a key role in working with Payroll, People and Culture and Workplace Relations to ensure organisational compliance. This position is responsible for identifying and supporting compliance risks, ensuring adherence to legislative and industrial obligations, conducting internal audits, and supporting systems accuracy across the employee lifecycle. The role also contributes to remuneration strategy and market competitiveness.

What you'll do

• Monitor award and legislation changes to ensure compliance
• Conduct salary benchmarking and remuneration reviews to ensure equity and fair wages
• Audit data across payroll and HR systems
• Identify and monitor compliance risk, making recommendations to management
• Act as a compliance resource across payroll, people and culture and workplace relations
• Support training and awareness of compliance across these teams

For a full position description, please email **

Our ideal candidate will have;**

• Familiarity with payroll and workforce systems (e.g., HR3, Humanforce)
• High attention to detail, analytical thinking, and risk awareness
• Ability to interpret complex legislation and translate it into actionable processes
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of not-for-profit or community services sector
• Experience in remuneration benchmarking or salary review projects
• Qualifications in HR, Business, Industrial Relations, or Compliance
• Proven experience in payroll, HR, or compliance-focused roles
• Strong knowledge of Fair Work Act, NES, Modern Awards, and Enterprise Agreements
• Experience with internal audit, STP reporting, and LSL compliance

Please note applicants without full time Australian working rights will not be considered.We'll reward you with

• Flexibility to work from home where practical.
• Salary $103,344-$105,814
• A staff rewards program.
• 2 weeks fully paid time off over the Christmas and New Year Closure
• Vibrant office culture and a supportive team
• Supportive online induction to help you feel comfortable from day one
• Free and confidential counselling for you and your immediate family through the One Tree Employee Assistance Program

How to applyClick on the APPLY button, with a copy of your resume, and a 1-2 page cover letter addressing the selection criteria above. Alternatively, please contact  to apply and for any further information.

One Tree Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace and Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.