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About the Client
Our client is a prominent federal government department delivering essential services and strategic initiatives across Australia. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to operational excellence, the department offers a dynamic workplace where professionals can contribute meaningfully to national priorities. This is a great opportunity to join a team that values integrity, adaptability, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
We’re seeking a Corporate Support Officer (CSO) to provide high-level executive and administrative support across multiple business areas. This Canberra-based role is cross-functional, involving administration, communications, compliance, data management, and corporate services. The successful candidate will play a key role in reducing operational friction and enabling strategic focus across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
The Successful Candidate
You’ll be a proactive and organised professional with a strong sense of discretion and a knack for problem-solving. Your ability to work independently and collaboratively will be key to your success in this role.
Mandatory:
Desirable:
Skills & Attributes:
What’s on Offer
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus x2 12-month potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4-5.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 25 September 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Corporate Support Officer
| Job title : | Corporate Support Officer |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $90 - $115 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-09-11 00:00:00 |
| Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-55944 |
| Contact name : | Damien Mackerras |
| Contact email : | damienm@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | 3 days ago |
Our client is a prominent federal government department delivering essential services and strategic initiatives across Australia. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to operational excellence, the department offers a dynamic workplace where professionals can contribute meaningfully to national priorities. This is a great opportunity to join a team that values integrity, adaptability, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
We’re seeking a Corporate Support Officer (CSO) to provide high-level executive and administrative support across multiple business areas. This Canberra-based role is cross-functional, involving administration, communications, compliance, data management, and corporate services. The successful candidate will play a key role in reducing operational friction and enabling strategic focus across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, edit, review, and distribute internal communications
- Manage correspondence with clients, stakeholders, and partners
- Coordinate cross-divisional projects and maintain timelines
- Support corporate events and presentations
- Maintain accurate databases and data lists
- Monitor and update corporate policies and procedures
- Assist internal audits and regulatory documentation
- Prepare management reports on KPIs and operational metrics
- Collate data and create slide decks for senior presentations
The Successful Candidate
You’ll be a proactive and organised professional with a strong sense of discretion and a knack for problem-solving. Your ability to work independently and collaboratively will be key to your success in this role.
Mandatory:
- Qualification in Business Administration or Office Management
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365
- TSPV or TSPA security clearance
Desirable:
- Experience in office administration, corporate services, or executive support
Skills & Attributes:
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- High level of confidentiality and discretion
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to work autonomously and within cross-functional teams
- SFIA Skills: CSMG / ADMN
What’s on Offer
- Canberra-based federal government contract
- Opportunity to contribute to high-impact national initiatives
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Competitive daily rates
- Start date: October 2025
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus x2 12-month potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4-5.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 25 September 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.