Senior Investigator

Senior Investigator

• Grade: Clerk Grade 7/8 ($106,025 - $117,363 + Super) also include the following if the salary is not commensurate with the private sector (+ Leave Loading + Accrued flex time)
• Duration: Ongoing
• Location: Hybrid opportunity, located in 4PSQ Parramatta (will generally be expected to come into the office once a week as a minimum, which is subject to change based on team needs or broader divisional and Departmental flexible work policies)

About the role

NSW Fair Trading promotes a fair marketplace for consumers and traders by maximising traders' compliance with regulatory requirements.

We safeguard consumer rights and investigate alleged breaches of the legislation we administer.

About the team

Reporting to a Principal Investigator, the work of the team is varied but predominately involves investigating offences under the Australian Consumer Law and Motor Dealers and Repairers Act 2013. You will have carriage of your own investigations and work closely with your team on evidence gathering, conducting inspections and other aspects of investigative work.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and undertake investigations including all aspects of evidence gathering, including taking statements, issuing coercive notices, investigative interviewing and brief preparation.
• Analyse evidence, draft reports, make recommendations and participate in court proceedings, including giving evidence.
• Provide specialist advice to internal and external customers and stakeholders to maximise regulatory outcomes and reduce negative impact on customers, including providing insights and advice for projects and policy.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policy, and procedure. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the teams approach to investigation and understanding, including presenting case studies, collaboration with the team, and creating or reviewing policies and procedures or templates.

Key challenges

• Identifying risks and reacting quickly to changing situations when engaging with customers and stakeholders.
• Conducting quality and timely investigations consistent with legislation, policy and procedures.
• Learning and understanding a variety legislation, rules of evidence, appropriate record keeping.

To be successful you will:

• Have you got previous experience in investigation?
• Do you have excellent judgement?
• Will you be able to take initiative and think on your feet?
• Can you handle multiple and competing priorities?

Salary Grade 7/8, with the base salary for this role starting at $106,025 base plus superannuation

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Closing Date: Friday 8th March 2024 [9:59am]

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