General Manager, Legislation & Policy – Flexible Leadership

Local Government; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Work from home

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

LGIRS in Western Australia is seeking a General Manager Legislation and Policy Branch B to lead the strategic management of Consumer Protection policy and legislation. You will oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of legislative reform, advise the Director, senior leadership and Minister, and manage complex projects with a multidisciplinary team.

This role emphasizes building productive stakeholder relationships, coaching staff, and ensuring efficient delivery within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated practical experience in leading the development, implementation and evaluation of policy and legislation to achieve strategic objectives.
• Demonstrated high level communication skills to deliver messages on complex matters concisely and clearly with the ability to negotiate persuasively, actively listen and receive feedback.
• Deliver on High Leverage areas – You drive excellent performance in your teams, setting clear role and performance expectations, and ensuring a shared understanding.
• To be eligible for a permanent appointment, applicants must meet the pre-employment requirements and eligibility criteria described.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic management of the department and delivery of the legislation and policy work program.
• Provide strategic advice on Consumer Protection policy and legislation to the Director, senior leadership and Minister.
• Manage reviews of legislation and the development, implementation and evaluation of legislative reform.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team with responsibility for progressing a number of complex projects.
• Coach and mentor staff and plan human and financial resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Strategic leadership

Policy development

Job description

LGIRS in Western Australia is seeking a General Manager Legislation and Policy Branch B to lead the strategic management of Consumer Protection policy and legislation. You will oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of legislative reform, advise the Director, senior leadership and Minister, and manage complex projects with a multidisciplinary team.

This role emphasizes building productive stakeholder relationships, coaching staff, and ensuring efficient delivery within a dynamic,