Associate Director, Commercial Transactions & Advisory

Premier's Department; Sydney; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development

Work-life balance

Wellbeing support

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Premier's Department in Sydney is seeking an Associate Director, Commercial Transactions & Advisory to lead landmark commercial transactions and strategic investment opportunities, working with senior government and industry stakeholders to structure, negotiate and deliver complex deals across housing, transport, energy and education.

You will provide expert commercial advice, manage external advisers and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-value outcomes for NSW, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading complex commercial transactions, strategic projects, business cases or major investment initiatives.
• Ability to evaluate complex commercial, financial, legal, economic and policy considerations, and provide high-quality strategic advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commercial transactions and strategic investment initiatives across diverse portfolios.
• Provide expert commercial advice to senior executives and government stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external advisers and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver transactions.
• Engage with government and industry stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.

Skills

Transaction delivery

Strategic expertise

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Job description

Associate Director, Commercial Transactions & Advisory

Premier's Department

• Lead landmark commercial transactions that shape the future of NSW
• Provide strategic advice on major investment opportunities and complex commercial proposals
• Ongoing, Clerk Grade 11/12 ($154,231 - $178,369) per annum) opportunity based in Martin Place, Sydney

Help shape the future of NSW through landmark commercial transactions, major investment projects and city-shaping developments.

About the Role

You will join our Commercial Transactions & Advisory team within Investment NSW. Commercial Transactions & Advisory structures, negotiates and assesses complex commercial proposals submitted by the private sector (whether solicited by Government or unsolicited) which align with government priorities and deliver high-value outcomes for NSW. The team also provides strategic commercial advice across Government and to the market to capitalise on new and emerging opportunities, and enable informed, evidence‑based decision making.

As the Associate Director, Commercial Transactions & Advisory you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of NSW by leading landmark commercial transactions and strategic investment opportunities. Working closely with senior government and industry stakeholders, you will structure, negotiate and deliver complex transactions, competitive bids and major initiatives across a diverse portfolio, including city-shaping precincts and projects in housing, education, transport, energy, visitor economy, and creative and cultural sectors.

You will provide expert commercial advice to senior executives and government stakeholders, negotiate complex transactions, manage external advisers, and lead multidisciplinary teams. Helping to shape major projects and investments that deliver lasting benefits for communities across NSW.

We're Looking For

• Transaction and Project Delivery: Demonstrated experience leading complex commercial transactions, strategic projects, business cases or major investment initiatives
• Commercial and Strategic Expertise: Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex commercial, financial, legal, economic and policy considerations, and provide high-quality strategic advice that supports informed decision‑making
• Influential Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence outcomes across government, industry and senior executive stakeholders, navigating complex environments to achieve strategic objectives
• Leadership Capability: Demonstrated experience leading high‑performing teams and managing external advisers in complex, fast‑paced and commercially sensitive environments, with a strong commitment to supporting the professional development and wellbeing of team members

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert‑led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work‑Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non‑executive roles) based on a 35‑hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff‑led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

Closing date: Sunday, 18 October 2026 (11:59 PM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($154,231 - $178,369) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Rowan Fisher, Director, Commercial Transactions & Advisory ••••@investment.nsw.gov.au

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole‑of‑government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department .

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Reasonable Adjustments

The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre‑screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at ••••@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au , or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18‑month period.