Principal Investigator – Melbourne

Multiple ongoing and fixed term Principal Investigator/Auditor Grade 5 positions are being offered in the Investigations Melbourne Branch, Compliance Division, Melbourne CBD.

Salary $116,413 - $128,631 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 5.1 Based in Melbourne CBD, with hybrid working arrangements.

What we offer:

• The State Revenue Office is the Victorian Government's revenue management agency, administering a range of taxes, duties, levies, grants, and subsidies.
• We aim to develop our people to achieve great outcomes for the Victorian community.
• We offer flexible working arrangements and a workplace culture that is rewarding and productive, where contributions are valued and recognised, expectations are clear, and treatment is fair and equitable.
• We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and safe working environment.

The opportunity:

The Principal Investigator/Auditor role will require you, as the most experienced member of a team, to independently undertake the most complex and sensitive investigation/audit activities in the Investigations Melbourne Branch in accordance with approved SRO compliance activities, and to mentor and provide guidance to less senior members of the team.

Reporting to a Team Leader, you will be required to:

• Assist the team leader with managing and leading a large team of Investigators/auditors.
• Conduct sensitive and/or complex investigations and audits, individually or as part of a team, across multiple revenue lines and conducting sensitive and complex negotiations with customers to achieve outcomes consistent with SRO objectives.
• Conduct complex research and provide expert advice on complex state taxation matters as well as contributing to the planning of strategic compliance activities.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A record of achievement as an Investigator/Auditor in a tax or revenue field with advanced expertise in applying a range of investigative techniques.
• People management experience in motivating, mentoring and training a team of investigators/auditors combined with your excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in interpreting and applying complex legislation in a taxation or revenue field.
• A tertiary qualification or demonstrated commitment to tertiary studies in a relevant discipline (highly desirable).

For more information, please read the position description or contact Nikki Carrick, Acting Area Manager, Investigations Melbourne on 9628 6822 or by email on nikki.carrick@sro.vic.gov.au.

If you require any adjustments to assist you throughout the recruitment process, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, email HRServices@sro.vic.gov.au.

Please note, as part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those related to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history. This role may be subject to a probation period.

Applications close Thursday 12 November 2026 at 11.59pm.