Senior Policy & Legislation Manager — Government Reform

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

Job summary

Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport in Sydney, NSW seeks an experienced Manager Policy & Legislation to lead policy development, implementation and evaluation of significant reform initiatives. You will oversee a high-performing team, manage consultations, and provide expert policy advice to senior leaders and government decision-makers.

The role requires leadership, strategic thinking and the ability to balance policy objectives with practical delivery while

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading complex policy and legislative initiatives.
• Ability to translate complex policy issues into practical recommendations.
• Experience with legislation making processes and cabinet/parliamentary work.
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong written communication for briefs, reports and ministerial materials.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Job description

Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport in Sydney, NSW seeks an experienced Manager Policy & Legislation to lead policy development, implementation and evaluation of significant reform initiatives. You will oversee a high-performing team, manage consultations, and provide expert policy advice to senior leaders and government decision-makers.

The role requires leadership, strategic thinking and the ability to balance policy objectives with practical delivery while