Policy Manager

Beaumont People; St Leonards; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Beaumont People is assisting a leading specialist medical college in finding a Policy Manager to lead policy submissions, briefings and advocacy materials in Australia. The role focuses on workforce policy, access to care, health equity and broader health reform, requiring autonomous delivery and strong collaboration with government and peak bodies.

Reporting to the Director of Policy, Advocacy & Engagement, you will drive research, stakeholder consultation and policy analysis to support

Qualifications

• Experience developing policy submissions, consultation papers, briefings and advocacy outputs.
• Exceptional drafting skills and ability to turn complex information into clear policy documents.
• Strong policy analysis, research and evidence-review capabilities.
• Experience engaging with government, peak bodies or external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop evidence-based policy submissions, consultation responses, briefings, position statements and advocacy documents.
• Research, analyse and synthesise complex policy, legislative and regulatory issues.
• Coordinate input from members, committees and subject matter experts.
• Monitor health policy developments and identify opportunities and risks.
• Build relationships with government departments, agencies, professional bodies and external stakeholders.
• Represent the organisation at meetings, consultations and policy forums.
• Support committee activities, including papers, reports and documentation.
• Contribute to broader policy, advocacy and strategic projects.

Skills

Policy development

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Advocacy drafting

Autonomous work

Job description

Policy Manager | NFP Specialist Medical College

• Full-Time, 12-Month Contract (Parental Leave Cover)
• St Leonards, NSW | Hybrid Working (3 WFO & 2 WFH)
• $110k - $120k + Super |Open to 4 days a week or 9-day fortnight

About the Organisation

Our client is a leading specialist medical college and membership organisation that plays an influential role in shaping healthcare policy, advocacy and specialist medical practice across Australia. Working closely with government, healthcare stakeholders and medical specialists, the organisation advocates for evidence-based policy and improved patient outcomes through high-quality research, advocacy and policy development.

About The Role

Reporting to the Director, Policy, Advocacy & Engagement, this is a hands‑on Policy Manager role for an experienced policy professional who can work autonomously and deliver high‑quality policy outcomes.

You’ll lead the development of submissions, briefings, position statements and advocacy materials, undertaking research, stakeholder consultation and policy analysis to support the organisation's policy and advocacy priorities. Key focus areas include workforce policy, access to care, health equity, specialist training and broader healthcare reform.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop evidence-based policy submissions, consultation responses, briefings, position statements and advocacy documents
• Research, analyse and synthesise complex policy, legislative and regulatory issues
• Coordinate consultation and input from members, committees and subject matter experts
• Monitor developments across the health policy landscape and identify emerging advocacy opportunities and risks
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government departments, agencies, professional bodies and external stakeholders
• Represent the organisation at meetings, consultations and policy forums
• Support committee and working group activities, including preparation of papers, reports and documentation
• Contribute to the delivery of broader policy, advocacy and strategic projects

About You

• Demonstrated experience developing policy submissions, consultation papers, briefings and advocacy outputs
• Exceptional drafting skills and the ability to turn complex information into clear, persuasive policy documents
• Strong policy analysis, research and evidence review capabilities
• Experience engaging with government, peak bodies or other external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines
• Strong judgement, initiative and the ability to work autonomously
• Good understanding of the Australian health system and policy environment (highly desirable)
• Experience within a healthcare, medical college, membership, advocacy or policy environment (highly regarded)

Why You’ll Love It

• Opportunity to influence policy that impacts healthcare professionals and patient outcomes across Australia
• Flexible working arrangements, 3 days from office and 2 days from home
• Supportive and highly experienced policy and advocacy team
• Varied and meaningful work with exposure to government, healthcare and sector stakeholders

At Beaumont People, we believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.