Taskforce Project Officer

At ASIC, you can be the change that ensures a fair, strong and efficient financial system for the benefit of all Australians. Contribute to delivering on ASIC's purpose, vision, and strategic priorities to help maintain the integrity of the financial system and protect consumers from harm. Join ASIC's Criminal Intelligence Unit as a Taskforce Project Officer , supporting multi-agency taskforces and working groups to combat serious financial crime. In this pivotal role, you'll plan and manage key business activities, prepare governance and briefing materials and collaborate with internal stakeholders and partner agencies to deliver operational updates and strategic outcomes. Position Details Location – Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, or Canberra Salary starting from $127,641 (depending on experience) plus 15.4% superannuation Temporary role (until 30 June 2027) Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT Thursday, 4 December 2025 We welcome applications from current APS employees seeking a career break, and may consider secondment arrangements for the successful candidate The team The Criminal Intelligence Unit (CIU) within ASIC's Registry and Intelligence Group leads the criminal intelligence function to detect and assess threats from criminal activity, supporting ASIC's intelligence‑led regulatory approach. The team collaborates across ASIC to share intelligence for effective regulatory and enforcement outcomes, while managing relationships with law enforcement and government partners to combat serious and organised crime. CIU drives multi‑agency efforts against financial crime through ASIC's contributions to the Serious Financial Crime Taskforce, Fraud Fusion Taskforce and FINTEL Alliance. The role As a Taskforce Project Officer, you will … Prepare high‑quality reports, presentations and briefing materials to support ASIC's taskforce and working group commitments. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, align business goals and manage expectations to deliver outcomes. Develop and maintain reporting standards, ensuring compliance with governance, risk controls and organisational priorities. Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Strategic Reporting, Procurement, Privacy, Cyber Security) to deliver projects efficiently. Manage compliance tasks, including gatekeeper lists, breach notifications, legal instruments and privacy impact assessments. Identify and implement process improvements for greater efficiency. Demonstrate strong organisational skills to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. About You Tertiary qualifications in Business, Social Science, Law or equivalent experience in programme management/administration. Ability to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations. Excellent analytical skills with experience in data analysis, visualisation and providing actionable recommendations. Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI). Ability to innovate, drive change and identify process improvements. Experience in government or multi‑agency taskforces/projects is desirable. View the position description for more information or click ‘apply' to start your application. Applications close at 11:59pm AEST Monday, 1 December 2025. About ASIC ASIC's remit is one of the broadest of regulators across the world. ASIC regulates corporations, markets, financial services and consumer credit and monitors and promotes market integrity and consumer protection in the Australian financial system. Through our enforcement work, we hold to account those who contravene the law, working to achieve strong outcomes that address the greatest consumer and investor harms. ASIC is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply as well as applicants from all backgrounds and with different abilities. We Offer a Range Of Employee Benefits Including Attractive superannuation Additional leave entitlements 50/50 hybrid work‑from‑home model Flexible work arrangements Assistance for study and professional development Click here to view ASIC's salary and benefits guide. To read more about ASIC, you can visit our website or review our Corporate Plan. To work with us, you need to be an Australian Citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment. #J-18808-Ljbffr