Merit Solutions

Assistant Commissioner, Queensland Revenue Office

Job No: Merit10388
Location: Brisbane

Drive real impact for Queensland.

Queensland Revenue Office (QRO) is seeking a dynamic and visionary senior executive to join our Executive Leadership Team as Assistant Commissioner. This is an outstanding opportunity to influence public sector outcomes and help fund essential services and infrastructure, including education, health, public safety and transport services.

As Assistant Commissioner, you will report directly to a Deputy Commissioner and be responsible for one of QRO’s major service groups - Taxes; Revenue and Grants; Fines and SPER (State Penalties Enforcement Registry); or Enabling Services. You will lead a team of approximately 200 professionals and drive the strategic direction, service delivery, and performance of a QRO group.

About the Role

As part of QRO’s executive leadership team, you will:

  • Lead strategic planning, operational delivery, and performance across a major functional group.
  • Deliver efficient, high-quality revenue, compliance, and grant administration services to Queenslanders.
  • Lead high performing, client focused teams
  • Provide expert policy, legislative, and operational advice to key stakeholders.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, innovation, and professional growth.
  • Engage across government and with the community to build partnerships that advance whole-of-government priorities.

About You

We’re looking for a collaborative, strategic executive with:

  • A strong track record of senior leadership in a large and complex organisation (public or private sector).
  • Deep experience in navigating complex environments, fostering high-performing cultures, and delivering client-centric outcomes.
  • Deep understanding of regulatory, governance, compliance and/or public policy environments.
  • Proven ability to lead large teams, drive performance, and deliver outcomes at scale.
  • Outstanding communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership capability 

About Us

QRO, part of Queensland Treasury, administers state taxes, mining and petroleum royalties, grants, and fines. In 2023–24, QRO collected over $35 billion in revenue—supporting essential government services across the state.

We are a progressive, values-driven organisation that places clients and communities at the heart of everything we do. We offer a positive, inclusive and flexible workplace, with a strong commitment to professional development and impactful careers.

Why Join Us?

  • Meaningful Work – Directly contribute to outcomes for Queenslanders
  • Executive Leadership – Key role within a respected, high-performing central government agency
  • Contract Stability – 5-Year Executive Contract with potential for renewal
  • Competitive Remuneration – Total package: $241,582 – $261,057
  • Modern CBD Office, with carpark
  • Work/Life Balance – Flexible work options that support wellbeing
  • Career Growth – Leadership and capability development
  • Collaborative Culture – Work with a supportive, cohesive executive team

This is career defining leadership role. It’s your opportunity to make a lasting contribution to Queensland’s future.

Apply now to be part of a purpose-driven, future-focused organisation that values leadership, innovation, and public impact.

How to Apply

For more information, please download the Applicant Information Pack.

To discuss your application in confidence, please contact Miranda Miller, Executive Consultant (Merit Solutions), on 0427 430 690 or via at: mirandamiller@meritsolutions.com.au

To apply, please complete the questions below and submit the following:

  • A current resume detailing your relevant experience; and
  • A statement of up to 1,000 words providing examples of how your experience, knowledge and skills support your success in the role and why you are interested in the position. Please consider the "Success Criteria" detailed in page 7 of the application pack.

Applications close Friday 20 June

Queensland Treasury is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process.

We welcome applicants to share with the contact officer any health condition, disability, and/or cultural/linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process.

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About Merit Solutions

Merit Solutions is a specialised HR consultancy that built its reputation by providing expert recruitment and selection support services to the public sector, non-government organisations and not-for-profit organisations.

Initially formed in 1996, we are made up of highly professional and diversely qualified HR and management consultants. We offer a full range of recruitment and human resource services, supporting our clients in the achievement of good people outcomes.

Though we are a Brisbane based, we do offer our services throughout Queensland, the Northern Territory, and in Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne.

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