Policy Lead

Sydney, NSW, AU, 2020

You’re agile, keen and open to meaningful work and opportunities that come your way.

You're a critical thinker who thrives on exploring complex policy issues. Your expertise and advice could influence outcomes for the future of NSW.

In this role, you'll:

Work as part of our Transport Policy branch delivering strategic, evidence based policy reform for NSW, this role will see you lead the development and delivery of a portfolio of social policy initiatives and reforms that support the achievement of the organisation’s strategic objectives and improves outcomes for customers and communities.

You will pioneer innovative policy solutions and influence cross agency collaboration in a fast paced, highly complex environment with competing priorities and multiple stakeholders.

As more opportunities are expected within this branch, a talent pool will be created to support future recruitment needs

This role is a Permanent full-time opportunity based at the Elizabeth Street office, with a 50% workplace attendance requirement.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

•Your strong policy expertise, analytical capability and ability to navigate government —formed across public policy, regulatory or strategic advisory roles—will see you deliver high quality written and verbal advice, overcome multifaceted strategic challenges, and bring structured problem solving approaches that lead to clear, actionable and impactful policy outcomes.
•You're recognised as an autonomous, inclusive and collaborative policy leader, skilled at researching and analysing complex issues, shaping reform initiatives, and influencing stakeholders, building relationships across government, and working under pressure to deliver results.
•Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline or demonstrated equivalent professional experience

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.