Policy & Legislation Lead: Gaming Reform Impact

NSW Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport; Sydney; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport—Sydney CBD NSW is seeking a Manager Policy & Legislation to lead the development, implementation and evaluation of complex policy and legislative initiatives. The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management and the ability to deliver evidence-based policy advice within tight timeframes.

You will oversee a high-performing team and coordinate across government to drive reform and deliver meaningful outcomes for NSW

Qualifications

• Experience leading the development and delivery of complex policy and legislative initiatives.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations.
• Experience in the legislation making process and cabinet/parliamentary processes.
• Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with diverse stakeholders and navigate competing interests.
• Experience leading teams and driving outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written communication skills, including briefs, reports, submissions, ministerial correspondence and policy papers.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and evaluation of complex policy and legislative initiatives.
• Manage a high-performing team responsible for research, analysis and advice.
• Provide expert policy advice to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Oversee consultations, negotiations and engagement to build consensus.
• Prepare briefing materials, reports and parliamentary materials for decision-making.

Skills

Policy development

Legislation experience

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Written communication

Job description

NSW Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport—Sydney CBD NSW is seeking a Manager Policy & Legislation to lead the development, implementation and evaluation of complex policy and legislative initiatives. The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management and the ability to deliver evidence-based policy advice within tight timeframes.

You will oversee a high-performing team and coordinate across government to drive reform and deliver meaningful outcomes for NSW