Strategic Policy Lead: Building Regulation (Hybrid)

Building Commission NSW; Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Building Commission NSW is seeking a Policy Manager to shape policy reforms and provide strategic advice to the NSW Government. The role focuses on building industry regulation and contributing to housing targets as part of the NSW government reform agenda.

Based in Parramatta with hybrid work options, the role requires 2–3 days in the office and a track record of leading regulatory policy initiatives in a complex environment. Salary grade 11/12 + superannuation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading policy development, legislative change or strategic reform within a regulatory environment.
• Experience in building and leading collaborative, high-performing teams in complex and fast-paced settings.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with the ability to interpret evidence and apply legislative or regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and build relationships.
• A background in building or planning regulation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and implementation of complex policy and legislative projects.
• Providing high‑level policy and strategic advice to senior executives, Ministers and key government stakeholders.
• Managing consultation processes and stakeholder engagement to deliver robust, evidence‑based policy outcomes.
• Representing Building Commission NSW on interagency working groups, committees and external forums.
• Building and managing a high‑performing team, including coaching and developing staff.
• Delivering high‑quality research, analysis and policy advice within tight timeframes.
• Driving continuous improvement and supporting best‑practice approaches to policy development across the Branch.

Job description

Building Commission NSW is seeking a Policy Manager to shape policy reforms and provide strategic advice to the NSW Government. The role focuses on building industry regulation and contributing to housing targets as part of the NSW government reform agenda.

Based in Parramatta with hybrid work options, the role requires 2–3 days in the office and a track record of leading regulatory policy initiatives in a complex environment. Salary grade 11/12 + superannuation.