Then this is the place for you! At the ACCC, we’re proud of the impact we can make together. We understand the responsibilities and challenges that come with a fast moving and ever-changing environment. Our high performing culture is built on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. It’s why we’re driven by connection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support with each other freely and frequently. It’s why we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. At the ACCC, we believe the best version of you is the one that’s true to who you are – and that’s the you we want working alongside us.
We value flexibility, and all roles can be performed from any capital city in a state or territory or Townsville and are available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis.
Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be appointed as an ongoing EL2 and may attract an additional allowance via an IFA depending on the skills and experience of the candidate. Please note that all IFAs are reviewed annually in accordance with the IFA policy and are not ongoing.
What you will do as the Director
* Lead a team of professionals in multiple locations, role modelling our leadership behaviours, supporting a professional and collaborative working environment, setting priorities, resolving conflict, and facilitating career development.
* Coordinate work in a collegiate way with other Directors, Executive Directors, Principal Lawyers and Principal Economists in the division to ensure that the branch/division achieves outcomes and meets the agency’s objectives.
* Lead matters of strategic importance to the division, including division advocacy and policy advice, prioritisation and engagement with external and internal stakeholders, at senior levels.
* Lead the direction of:
o The division's contribution to the Corporate Plan, Annual report and Portfolio Budget Statement.
o The division's Business Plan
o Commissioner and senior executive appearances at Parliamentary hearings, international forums, conferences and other meetings.
o Projects of strategic significance to the EGM which benefit the division.
* Oversee the Knowledge Management work of the division, including liaising with branches to prioritise the development of useful resources and guidance materials and learning and development priorities.
About You
In order to succeed in the role, you will have:
* Demonstrated experience leading a geographically dispersed team or similar role in a fast‑paced and large complex people‑centred organisation, including developing, coaching and mentoring staff, and building commitment to shared goals.
* Advanced communication skills and ability to manage internal and external stakeholders, creating trusted partnerships with key business stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
* Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement innovation and improvements of existing business practices to achieve efficiency.
* A strong understanding of the ACCC’s role, purpose and objectives, together with knowledge of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and its history (or the ability to attain such knowledge quickly).
* Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organise and prioritise a team’s workload, as well as contributing to and managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.
* Highly developed analytical, research, judgement, strategic and conceptual skills.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively build organisational capability and responsiveness.
How To Apply
You will be asked to respond to the statement of claims of no more than 800 words and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum).
Salary
$143,411 – $168,064 (plus 15.4% superannuation)
Contact Officer
Clare O’Reilly, 02 9230 3854
Applications Close
11:00pm (AEST), Sunday 19 April 2026
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