EL1 Policy & Legislative Reform Director

Randstad NV; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an experienced EL1 Assistant Director (Policy & Legal) to join a key Australian Government department. You will provide high-level policy, legislative, and regulatory advice to support critical reform initiatives, lead complex policy analysis, and develop strategic positions and implementation strategies.

Location: Canberra, with availability in Brisbane or Melbourne. This is a 12-month initial contract at 37.5 hours per week, requiring Baseline Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Policy & legislative development expertise
• Written communication and briefing skills
• Stakeholder management across agencies
• Strategic project delivery and risk management
• Security clearance eligibility

Responsibilities

• Lead development, review, and reform of legislation, regulations, and policy frameworks.
• Provide high-level policy and legislative advice on regulatory issues.
• Prepare briefs, submissions, Cabinet-related materials, and executive papers.
• Engage across government agencies, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders.
• Manage complex policy projects, identify regulatory risks, and mitigate them.
• Support implementation, governance, and change management for reforms.

Job description

Randstad is seeking an experienced EL1 Assistant Director (Policy & Legal) to join a key Australian Government department. You will provide high-level policy, legislative, and regulatory advice to support critical reform initiatives, lead complex policy analysis, and develop strategic positions and implementation strategies.

Location: Canberra, with availability in Brisbane or Melbourne. This is a 12-month initial contract at 37.5 hours per week, requiring Baseline Security Clearance.