APS5 Compensation Review Officer - Contract
- Location:
- Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
- Posted:
- 7th October 2026
- Advertiser:
- Hays - ANZ - 3022003
- $60-$64 per hour + super
- 6-month Federal Government contract with potential extension
- Canberra or Brisbane | Meaningful compensation review work
Canberra ACT or Brisbane QLD | Federal Government | 6-month contract
You will need to be an Australian citizen and be able to meet the required security and pre-engagement requirements, including a currently active Baseline clearance.
An exciting opportunity is available for experienced APS5-level professionals to join a Federal Government team undertaking an important compensation review program. Working within a dedicated remediation team, you will assess and review compensation claims, analyse supporting evidence and prepare clear, well-reasoned recommendations in line with relevant legislation and policy.
Your new role
In this role, you will:
- Conduct detailed reviews of compensation claims
- Analyse evidence and complex information
- Prepare written recommendations in accordance with legislation and policy
- Identify issues, risks and inconsistencies and propose appropriate solutions
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather supporting information
- Draft high-quality advice, reports and other written material
- Support consistent, high-integrity decision-making
The nature of the work may involve exposure to sensitive or confronting material, so resilience, emotional maturity and the ability to maintain sound judgement and professionalism will be important.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful, you will demonstrate:
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Sound judgement and decision-making capability
- The ability to interpret complex information and make well-reasoned recommendations
- Strong organisation and self-management skills
- The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
- Resilience when working with complex or sensitive subject matter
What you'll get in return
- Initial 6-month engagement, with the potential for extension
- Full-time hours of up to 37.5 hours per week
- Opportunities available in Canberra and Brisbane
- The opportunity to contribute to a significant Federal Government remediation and compensation program
Orlena Prosser
Manager | Human Resources
Level 11, 60 Marcus Clarke St, Canberra City ACT 2601
T: (02) 6112 7639
E: orlena.prosser@hays.com.au
