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The Regulatory Division supports the AEC by coordinating political financial disclosure activities, as well as planning and delivering compliance reviews and investigations related to financial disclosures. The team ensures high quality outputs that are transparent, defensible, and able to withstand external scrutiny. We are expanding as our role evolves into the regulatory environment and we need more curious, detail oriented and adaptable staff. The Regulatory Division administers Part XX of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 and Part VIIA of the Referendum (Machinery Provisions) Act 1984. Our core responsibilities include: Providing education and advice to individuals and entities with disclosure obligations to support voluntary compliance. Collecting and publishing financial disclosure returns submitted by registered political parties, significant third parties, third parties, associated entities, and nominated entities. Conducting compliance reviews of financial disclosure returns to ensure accuracy and adherence to legislative requirements. Undertaking investigations where contraventions of the Electoral Act or Electoral Legislation Amendment (Election Reform) Act may have occurred and implementing appropriate enforcement actions. Administering public funding to eligible candidates and registered political parties. You will be joining an agile, high performing team committed to strengthening transparency in the financial activities of political parties, candidates, and other participants in the electoral process. Your work will play an integral role in supporting the integrity of Australias democratic system. The Opportunities The AEC is seeking collaborative, curious and self-motivated leaders who are committed to achieving results. As the Regulatory Division expands its role, you will work under limited direction, lead a team, managing moderately complex to complex work and contribute to the strategic priorities of the Division. As an Assistant Director of Disclosure, you will: Lead a team responsible for managing the financial disclosure process to ensure the AEC fulfils its obligations under Part XX of the Electoral Act, and when required the Referendum Act. You will oversee planning, workflow management, and quality assurance to support accurate and timely disclosure outcomes. Guide political participants in understanding their disclosure obligations. You will guide agents, candidates, and Senate groups, helping them to navigate the legislative requirements and supporting them to meet their responsibilities. Interpret and apply complex legislation, including the Electoral Act, Electoral Reform Act and Referendum Act, to support decision making, manage risks and provide clear advice on disclosure and compliance matters. Prepare and oversee the drafting of accurate and professional correspondence for political entities and associated scheme participants, ensuring clarity and promoting awareness of obligations. Provide leadership, guidance and coaching to junior staff. You will build team capability and capacity to navigate change to systems and processes while supporting performance and fostering a positive and inclusive team culture. Contribute to funding and disclosure reform implementation that supports the AECs expanding regulatory role. To excel youll have: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interpret legislation, solve problems and maintain high attention to detail. Experience leading and overseeing junior team members, including the ability to set expectations, provide guidance and build team capability during change. Strong collaboration skills and experience working with a wide range of stakeholders and participants. You will build productive relationships, support cooperation and lead others to achieve team and organisational outcomes. Experience identifying opportunities for improvement and building organisational capability and responsiveness. You will lead continuous improvement and adapt processes to achieve results. Demonstrated ability to analyse complex information and provide concise, accurate and well-reasoned advice that supports compliance and decision making. The ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and timelines and contribute to the strategic direction of the AEC. You will demonstrate professionalism, integrity and agility. The ability to interpret and apply complex legislation and approach issues with sound judgement. AEC employees must be Australian citizens. Any person who is, and seen to be active in political affairs, and intends to publicly carry on this activity, may compromise the strict neutrality of the AEC and cannot be considered. Applicants are required to consent to, undergo, obtain and maintain a character clearance. Applicants are required to consent to, undergo, obtain and maintain the security clearance required for this role. Due Date Monday, 30 March 2026, 11:59pm AEDT #J-18808-Ljbffr