Principal Licensing and Compliance Officer

Exciting opportunity to work as part of the foundational team for a new statutory body responsible for ensuring the integrity of pharmacy business ownership. Enjoy flexible working arrangements while being part of a small, collaborative and innovative team. Whether you are looking to broaden your skillset or take on a new professional challenge, this is your chance to play a role in establishing a modern regulator to promote the professional, safe and competent delivery of pharmacy services to Queenslanders. The role You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for administering the Pharmacy Business Ownership Act 2024 (Act). As a newly established organisation, the Queensland Pharmacy Business Ownership Council (Council) offers a dynamic and fast‑paced environment that will require adaptability, responsiveness and a proactive mindset. The Principal Licensing and Compliance Officer is responsible for the administration of complex licence applications for pharmacy businesses in Queensland in accordance with legislation, delegations, policies and procedures in a ‘start‑up' environment. The Principal Licensing and Compliance Officer will also undertake compliance monitoring and enforcement activities, such as inspections, as part of the Council's collaborative, educative and risk‑based compliance monitoring programs. Responsibilities Include Administering complex applications for pharmacy business licences and associated applications and notifications promptly and accurately, in accordance with relevant legislation, delegations, policies and procedures. Making recommendations for decision‑making to management and exercising delegated legislative decision‑making functions as required. Preparing clear, accurate and compliant written documents such as statements of reasons for decisions, requests for information, outcome correspondence, information notices and other detailed documents to support decision‑making and application processes. The successful person To be successful in this position, you will have experience in a licensing or regulatory environment and/or have the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of, and interpret complex legislation, risk‑management strategies, standards and policies. You will be required to use your judgement and analytical skills to summarise complex information to inform and support recommendations for decision‑making under the Act. You will be a clear communicator with the ability to effectively liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding licensing matters. In this position, you will work collaboratively as part of a small team. You will have excellent file‑management skills with the ability to work independently and with a methodical and systematic approach in a dynamic environment. You will have strong prioritisation skills to meet deadlines and statutory timeframes, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. You will have the ability to work in a complex environment, undertaking a variety of responsibilities with a positive and adaptable attitude. Whilst not essential, a qualification or relevant experience in pharmacy, law, public health, regulation, licensing or investigations would be well regarded. About Us The Act establishes the Council as a statutory body responsible for overseeing a modern and effective licensing framework for over 1300 pharmacy businesses, promoting the professional, safe and competent provision of pharmacy services. Further information about the Council can be found here Benefits A fast‑paced, dynamic and innovative environment A supportive workplace where your ideas matter and your voice is heard Competitive salary & generous superannuation and leave loading Flexible work arrangements How To Apply To apply for this opportunity: A short‑written response (maximum 1–2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge, and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role. Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate, or past supervisor. APPLICANTS ARE REQUESTED TO APPLY ONLINE – scroll down and click the 'APPLY ONLINE' button*** Please note any documents attached to Smart Jobs should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Please do not upload zipped files. Occupational group: Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr