Attorney-General's Department Job reference: 845716 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Ongoing Eligibility: Open to Everyone Classification: ASO5 Salary Range: $89,007- $98,991 Superannuation Duration: Ongoing Vacancy Type: Full Time Number of Positions Available: 1 Closing Date: 11:30pm, Friday, 5th June 2026 About the Opportunity What the role entails: As a Risk and Compliance Officer you will be responsible for delivering: Maintaining the policy and governance framework, specifically policies, procedures and related documentation. Analyse business process information to identify/escalate risks, issues and opportunities for improvement to Management. Deliver quality assurance projects to support the achievement of Branch and organisational goals as required. Investigate and prepare briefings/reports and recommendations on specific complex customer complaints within the required timeframe. Work with the Manager, Governance and Compliance and branch managers to ensure data is collected in a timely manner and collated into draft briefings and reports. Develop effective working relationships, be approachable and work cooperatively with others to achieve outcomes. Demonstrated experience in risk, compliance, audit or governance functions, and managing and conducting compliance reviews. The ideal person The successful candidate will demonstrate: Experience in a similar role in Local, State or Federal Government. Tertiary qualification in Quality Management, Risk Management, Business, Law, Finance, or related discipline. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage and priorities multiple programs and deadlines. Experience in working in a customer service environment. Experience in the delivery and management of training programs, information sessions and staff presentations. About Public Trustee The Office of the Public Trustee (Public Trustee) operates as part of the Attorney-General’s Department and was established on 1 January 1881, under the Public Trustee Act 1995 (SA). It offers services to South Australians, including will preparation, powers of attorney, and administration of deceased estates and trusts. The Public Trustee is also responsible for managing the personal, legal, and financial affairs of individuals who are unable to handle these matters on their own. At the heart of our work is our commitment to protecting the wishes and interests of those we serve. Special Conditions for Employment Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD. Employment-related Screening Check required. Some out of hours work may be required. The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Additional Notes You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information, please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications. For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Justine Burgess, Manager, Governance and Compliance on 7133 7125 or at sa.gov.au. Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application. The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/. Applications close: 05/06/2026 11:30 PM Attachments: - ASO5 Risk and Compliance Officer_JPS_Final.pdf - Job Application Pack.pdf Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
