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Investigation Manager

An Investigation Manager conducts audits to detect fraud in government departments, responding to concerns and reviewing existing systems.

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In Australia, a full time Investigation Manager generally earns $1,700 per week ($88,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry. What are the job opportunities for an Investigation Manager?

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Employment numbers have grown strongly in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 4,200 people working in this field in Australia, and many of them specialise as an Investigation Manager. Investigation Managers usually find work in larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If a career as an Investigation Manager interests you, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Government Investigations. This course will give you the skills to carry out fraud and compliance investigations in the public service. You’ll learn to anticipate and detect possible fraud activity and communicate fraud control awareness strategies.

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Investigation Manager careers

An Investigation Manager conducts audits on government departments to check for fraudulent activity. You might respond to concerns expressed by various parties or detect possible fraud through compliance investigations. Investigation Managers might gather information and carry out a review on systems currently in place.

Investigation Managers should have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds. Attention to detail is crucial and you’ll need to have strong analytical abilities. Investigation Managers should have good leadership skills and be able to manage their time well.