Advisor, Personal Property Securities - Australian Financial Security Authority - GovernmentCareer - Federal

First listed on: 13 May 2021

Advisor, Personal Property Securities

About the Role

The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is the Australian Government register where details of security interests in personal property can be registered and searched. It is a key piece of financial infrastructure for Australia which underpins secured lending across the economy.

Our vision is that The PPSR is well known and is used confidently, effectively and appropriately.

Based in Adelaide, the Advisor PPS is a key role, delivering regulatory services.  You will support our vision by working to reduce intentional misuse and making it easier for people to understand their rights and responsibilities to use the PPSR correctly. 

Duties include decision-making as a delegate of the Registrar of PPS, investigating complaints about PPSR misuse, stakeholder support/education and participation in data integrity and compliance strategies.  You will also act as a technical escalation point, providing accurate and timely support with complex issues.

About You

To succeed in this role you will have:

  • the ability to acquire technical knowledge and support junior staff;
  • experience as an escalation point for complex client matters;
  • strong stakeholder engagement skills with an ability to build productive relationships;
  • the ability to apply legislation and identify relevant issues;
  • an innate ability to plan and prioritise your workload to deliver business as usual responsibilities and drive project work outcomes;
  • exceptional communication and analytical skills;
  • initiative to continually improve business processes; and 
  • flexibility in dealing with change and uncertainty.

Why AFSA? 

This is an opportunity to be part of a high performing innovative team committed to delivering value to our clients and stakeholders to support sustainable financial outcomes within the Australian economy.  

You will have the opportunity to actively participate in learning and professional development through leadership networking and knowledge sharing opportunities.

AFSA values diversity and employee wellbeing, and fosters an environment where different perspectives and capabilities are recognised.

We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

You will enjoy excellent conditions including generous superannuation (15.4%), a modern work environment and flexibility to balance work and personal life.

About AFSA

The Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA) is responsible for managing the application of bankruptcy and personal property securities laws through the delivery of high-quality personal insolvency and trustee, regulation and enforcement, and personal property securities (PPS) services.

Applications close: Wednesday, 26 May 2021