Content Lead

Help shape the future of professional learning at CPA Australia.

As our Professional Development Content Lead you will drive the development, quality and continuous improvement of CPA Australia's professional development and program content. Working closely with subject matter experts, learning designers and stakeholders, you will create engaging, high-quality learning experiences for postgraduate-level audiences.

This is an initial 12month fixed term contract

Your day to day duties:

• Lead the sourcing, development and review of learning content across financial acumen and professional skills areas.


• Manage quality assurance of content and assessments, ensuring accuracy, relevance and strong educational outcomes.


• Provide guidance to content authors and learning designers on best-practice online learning development.


• Enhance learner engagement through contemporary learning design and digital technologies.


• Continuously improve learning products, resources and operational processes.


• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver quality content and assessment solutions.

About You:

• Experience in learning content development, instructional design, curriculum development or professional education. Accounting knowledge would be advantageous.


• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and online learning methodologies.


• Proven stakeholder and project management skills.


• Excellent writing, editing and quality assurance capabilities.


• Experience working with subject matter experts and external vendors.


• Relevant qualification in Education, Learning Design or a related disciplin

Why We Love Working at CPA Australia

At CPA Australia, we’re proud of our vibrant, values-led culture. We live by our core values: Create Opportunity, Pursue Excellence, and Achieve Together—and they shape everything we do.

Here’s what makes working here special:

• Inclusive culture – We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

• People-first culture – Work alongside passionate, like-minded professionals who strive to be their best.


• Hybrid flexibility – Enjoy the balance of working from home and in the office (minimum two days onsite).


• Wellbeing matters – Access health and wellbeing sessions, learning labs, and a generous reward and recognition program.


• Supportive benefits – Paid parental, volunteer, and study leave, plus the option to purchase additional leave.


• Career growth – Take advantage of learning and professional development opportunities.


• Global mindset – Be part of a truly international organisation with over 20 offices around the world.


• Incentives that reward you – Participate in our annual incentive scheme.


• Fast-paced and purpose-driven – Thrive in a dynamic environment where your work makes a difference to our members and the profession.

About Us: 

CPA Australia is Australia’s leading professional accounting body and one of the largest in the world. We have more than 175,000 members in over 100 countries and regions. Our core services include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia provides thought leadership on local, national and international issues affecting the accounting profession and public interest. We engage with governments, regulators and industries to advocate policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth and have positive business and public outcomes. 

We are values-based organisation underpinned by the CPA Australia Way, which is our commitment to each other and a way of working. It is the foundation of our success, experienced and lived by our people, and felt by members. 

How do I Apply?

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To learn more about CPA Australia and other opportunities, please visit our Careers page at https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/about-cpa-australia/work-with-us/careers