Compliance and Assurance Advisor

The Organisation

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia’s busiest airports.

Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations, including an island. This team keep Australia’s aviation industry safe every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground.

We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism.

Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

Summary

Make your mark in one of Australia’s nationally significant agencies, with responsibility for making our skies safer, more efficient and cleaner. Here is your opportunity to join our high performing team within the Risk, Noise and Environment business group.

Are you ready to support the streamlining, simplification and automation of our enterprise-wide approach to compliance supporting the business to demonstrate compliance in a highly regulated industry?

The Role & The Team

Reporting directly to the Compliance Lead, you will work closely with the Risk Team and other key stakeholders to deliver, improve, and future-proof our enterprise compliance and assurance programs. You’ll play a key role in maintaining the integrity of compliance data, leveraging technology and analytics, and supporting the business in managing obligations and providing assurance as well as keeping abreast of emerging regulation.

Whether it’s refining frameworks, improving controls or providing insights through data, or contributing to training and system enhancements — this is your opportunity to apply your legal and commercial knowledge in a purpose- led organisation that values flexibility, curiosity, and excellence.

As a key part of a high-performing, collaborative team that values efficiency, innovation, data intelligence, and continuous improvement in everything we do, you will excel with us.

Please see the link below to view the full Position Description :

Position Description - Compliance and Assurance Advisor .docx

The Person

We’re looking for a practical and detail oriented person who will take accountability and wants to  take the next step in their career. We value your fresh thinking and integrity — and we offer genuine flexibility, ongoing development, and a supportive, high-trust culture.

Are you a legally trained professional looking to apply your expertise beyond traditional practice? Do you have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a passion for innovation in compliance? If you're ready to move beyond the letter of the law and help shape how it’s applied in practice in the ever-evolving Aviation sector, we want to hear from you.

The successful candidate will have :

• Post-admission legal experience is a bonus , ideally complemented by time spent in the private sector or in a commercial environment .
• Strong knowledge or interest in administrative law, compliance obligations, regulatory frameworks, or policy development.
• Sound understanding of controls and assurance.
• Tertiary qualification in Law, Business, Commerce, Management, or Information Management (or a related field).
• Excellent data and analytical skills – ideally with exposure to compliance platforms such as ServiceNow or similar.
• Attention to detail, outstanding organisational skills, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities with ease.
• A collaborative and inquisitive mindset, with a commitment to quality outcomes and continuous improvement.

Airservices Australia is a diverse and inclusive employer that recognises the benefits of having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander people.

Security Clearance

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian Citizen or a Permanent resident as an Airservices Background check is required for this role. Please refer to the security check requirements successful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.

Should you require any further information please contact Christine Collins, Talent Acquisition Partner at christine.collins@airservicesaustralia.com

How to Apply

To apply for this position please lodge an application online before Applications close 11.55 pm (AEST) Sunday 13 July.