Manager Compliance

Manager Compliance
Liquor & Gaming NSW

• Exciting and challenging opportunity to work with a new Government regulatory agency.
• Sydney NSW
• Full-time ongoing role (however, we encourage flexible working, so please don't be discouraged to apply if you are looking for part-time working arrangements)

• Commitment to a supportive and diverse workplace

Total remuneration package of $144,203 - $166,770
Plus generous flexible working arrangements, salary packaging options and more.

Salary: from $131,094 - $151,609 per annum, Clerk Grade 11/12

Contact: NSWDEIT@hays.com.au

Closing Date: 9.59am (EST) on Monday 5 September 2022

About Liquor & Gaming NSW?

Liquor & Gaming NSW administers the regulatory framework for the liquor, gaming, wagering, casino and registered clubs sectors in NSW. This includes undertaking compliance and enforcement activities, providing policy advice to government, licensing certain activities and delivering industry support and education activities.?

We work hard to ensure that:?

• people enjoy vibrant and dynamic, as well as safe and responsible, liquor and gaming environments; and?
• our regulatory efforts are evidenced-informed, coordinated, and targeted to where the risks are greatest.?

About the role

Lead and manage a team of multi-disciplinary professionals to promote and ensure regulatory compliance in operations administered by the Department through a range of functions including audit, investigation and enforcement activities.

Are you looking for a collaborative workplace where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and flexible working, including the ability to work a 9-day fortnight, is available?

We support our people with:

• structured capability development;
• an abundance of development opportunities to work across different teams; and
• the tools to advance your career.

If you're passionate about making a positive impact and ensuring our liquor, gaming, wagering, racing and casino sectors operate responsibly, now is the time to join us.

Together, we're making a difference for NSW communities.

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.
• Appointment and ongoing assignment are subject to satisfactorily meeting the integrity standards set out in section 14 of the Gaming and Liquor Administration Act 2007, including satisfactory participation in mandatory pre-employment and ongoing probity screening, in accordance with relevant legislation and/or related policies.?

• The person occupying the role will be designated as a key official under section 16 of the Gaming and Liquor Administration Act 2007 and will be subject to restrictions, such as restrictions on attending certain premises.?
• Willingness and availability to meet the shift-work requirements of the role.

Key accountabilities

• Manage high profile and contentious audits, investigations, complaints, reviews and/or policy issues relevant to business area and provide strategic advice/recommendations to senior officers to inform decision making.

• Develop, refine, and maintain a compliance-based risk assessment framework and undertake regular analysis of relevant datasets and other sector trends to minimise risk and maximise safety.
• Make recommendations and/or directly take statutory or other actions under delegation to address issues of non-compliance or high risk within designation areas of responsibility, potentially including case management and taking or contributing to formal enforcement actions including prosecutions.
• Determine team priorities and allocate resources to ensure that compliance activities are carried out in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the requirements of the Department to support optimal service delivery.
• Conduct and contribute to relevant applications and probity checks in accordance with legislation, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory outcomes.
• Lead and drive team management, work planning, coaching and professional development activities to align resources to deliver priorities and a positive customer and employee experience.

• Maintain awareness of relevant issues, obligations, insights, challenges, industry trends and practices and opportunities to identify, evaluate, recommend, and deliver innovative solutions that optimise outcomes and contribute to a best practice function in line with organisational and government priorities.

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Our commitment to flexible working

Liquor & Gaming NSW is committed to ensuring the sector reflects the diverse NSW communities we serve. We support an inclusive workplace where staff have access to opportunities and resources at all levels, enabling our people to drive commitment, innovation, productivity and delivery of high-quality services and outcomes. We support the NSW Government's 'If Not, Why Not' position on flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working - including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.

Our commitment to Diversity

Liquor & Gaming NSW believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflections of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

How to apply:

All applications must be forwarded to: addressed to Rosie Sluman. Once your application has been received, you will be notified by email to advise receipt of your application.

To apply for this position, please submit:

• Your resume (maximum 5 pages) including your citizenship status
• A brief covering letter (no longer than two pages). In the covering letter, demonstrate your competency with references to the 'Essential Requirements' and 'Focus Capabilities' as specified in the role description.