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The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme for health professionals. Our purpose is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners with the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

The Regulatory Coordinator – Compliance plays a key leadership role, coordinating and supporting a team of Compliance Support Officers who provide high-quality administrative support to the Compliance function. The role oversees day-to-day operations and drives consistency, accuracy and efficiency across a busy, high-volume national team.

Supporting compliance teams across multiple locations and working in line with Ahpra’s virtual team principles, this role promotes collaboration, proactive communication and staff wellbeing through strong leadership and engagement.

This is a full time, ongoing opportunity based in our Melbourne or Brisbane office.

In this role you will:

• Motivate, support and coordinate a team of Compliance Support Officers across multiple Ahpra locations.
• Manage workload distribution and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness.
• Provide adaptable leadership to support staff wellbeing and team performance.
• Contribute to the development and review of policies, procedures and processes to improve operational efficiency.

About you:
You are a proactive and organised leader who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. You bring strong coordination and people management skills and can balance competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of work.

You’ll also bring:

• A Diploma or Degree in Business Administration (or equivalent experience).
• Experience supervising or coordinating a team in a complex, high-volume environment.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with a strong eye for detail.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and digital systems.
• A learning mindset, resilience, and ability to work independently.

For more information about the role, please refer to the role description –  Regulatory Coordinator - Compliance 9.12.21.pdf

What we offer:

• Work/life balance with the flexibility to work both in the office and at home – the best of both worlds
• A friendly and supportive working culture with an active social club
• Discounted health insurance with Medibank Private
• Open plan workspaces in a 5-star rated building in a central location
• Attractive salary of $$99,550 per annum plus Superannuation

To apply:

• Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.
• Your application must include a resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to the requirements in the position description
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Recruitment at recruitment@ahpra.gov.au
• Applications close 11.30pm, Sunday 23 November 2025.
• Please note, this advertisement may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.

 Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

With respect, no agencies please.