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Senior Advisor, Compliance and Governance Office of General Counsel

NSW TreasurySydney, New South Wales, Australia

24 days ago

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Base pay range

125,693.00 / yr - $138,510.00 / yr

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Senior Advisor, Compliance and Governance

Office of General Counsel

Employment Type : Ongoing
Remuneration : $125,693.00 - $138,510.00; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading
Location : Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
Applications Close : Tuesday, 1 July 2025 at 9 : 59am

Role impact & contribution

The Senior Advisor, Compliance and Governance leads key compliance control functions to minimise exposure and contribute to the capability and culture uplift in governance across the agency to enable the organisation to deliver strategic objectives and ensure compliance and statutory obligations are met.

Proactively building robust relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders is paramount, as is your contribution to improving the delivery of outcomes across the NSW Government through effective communication, collaboration, and advocacy with Treasury teams and agency counterparts.

You will be joining our Financial Management and Services Group and will be working within the Office of General Counsel Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.

You can read more about the role in the role description here .

What you can bring to the role

In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria :

Relevant tertiary qualifications and extensive work experience in risk-based compliance and governance.

Post Graduate Qualification in professional body or equivalent for the role as a Compliance or Governance Advisor. (Desirable)

What can you expect from us

The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.

Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include :

Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks

Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.

Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training

Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.

Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.

Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you.

Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury

You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.

When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.

As you contribute your expertise, you’ll engage in continuous Professional Development , acquiring essential skills such as :

Stay up to date with subject matter expertise and ensure alignment with current legislation in a dynamic, high-volume environment with tight deadlines.

Tackle complex compliance issues by identifying risks and challenges, and developing effective, practical solutions.

Provide clear, concise, and insightful advice that adds strategic value across Treasury functions.

Navigate the unique processes of public sector organisations while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and staying informed on innovation and best practices.

Manage and support multiple stakeholders simultaneously, meeting high standards and tight deadlines amid competing priorities.

Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.

Interested in working with us

Submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process :

an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.

complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.

partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.

Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales.

We currently hold the following accreditations as :

a Disability Confident Recruiter with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers.

a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices.

We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit : https : / / www.treasury.nsw.gov.au / about-treasury / careers-at-nsw-treasury

To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.

Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Brie Spurrbrie.spurr@treasury.nsw.gov.au.

Close of applications : 9 : 59am 1 / 07 / 2025

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” to start your application.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting / Auditing, Finance, and Analyst

Industries

Government Administration, Government Relations Services, and Public Policy Offices

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