Policy Manager

Location: MELBOURNE, VIC

Salary: Hourly Rate

Job Type: Contract position | Full time position

About the Role Contract Length: 4-5 Months, h ybrid working arrangement We are seeking an experienced Policy Manager to lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering key strategic policy, workforce mobility, and governance functions.

You will oversee whole-of-sector policy design, maintain governance standards, and drive key operational frameworks in a dynamic environment. This is a key leadership position responsible for providing high-level, authoritative advice to executive stakeholders and guiding a team toward impactful outcomes. Role Responsibilities

People Leadership: Lead, coach, and support a team to foster a high-performing culture, oversee performance monitoring, and manage workforce planning. Policy & Strategic Advice: Deliver high-quality, evidence-based policy advice on strategic initiatives, complex risk assessments, and policy design. Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and maintain critical relationships across diverse senior internal and external stakeholders to drive outcomes.

Executive Communication: Prepare and quality-assure complex briefs, correspondence, submissions, and policy papers for senior decision-makers. Governance & Operations: Support organizational governance, uphold integrity standards, and manage operational registers and compliance functions. Key Selection Criteria

People Management: Proven ability to manage, hold accountable, and develop a productive, engaged team while navigating complex workforce needs. Policy Design & Critical Thinking: Demonstrated expertise in designing, implementing, and evaluating complex policies using evidence-based research and critical problem-solving. Impactful Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a track record of translating complex information into clear executive briefings and strategic messaging.

Stakeholder Management: Advanced interpersonal, negotiation, and influence skills with a proven capacity to handle sensitive topics across all levels. Flexibility & Agility: Strong ability to adapt systems, manage changing priorities, and drive sustainable solutions across broader strategic frameworks. We

Want to Hear From You

If... You have a strong track record in people leadership and guiding policy teams through changing environments. You bring background experience in policy, strategy, or integrity frameworks.

How to Apply If you meet the criteria and are ready to contribute to high-priority sector outcomes, click APPLY NOW or reach out to your Randstad consultant today. At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all.

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