[High Salary] Principal Policy Officer

4 weeks ago

Townsville, Australia ClearCompany Full time

Eden Ritchie Recruitment are seeking an experienced Principal Policy professional to drive the development, review and implementation of integrated policies, legislation and programs within a complex government environment. Working within a proactive Strategy & Governance division, you will deliver high-quality advice that enables strategic planning, corporate reporting and legislative obligations to be met.

Key responsibilities

- Provide high-level, evidence-based policy advice and options on complex issues for senior executives and stakeholders.
- Lead and contribute to end-to-end policy and legislative projects, including research, analysis, consultation and implementation.
- Prepare succinct briefs, submissions, Cabinet/committee papers, and executive reports.
- Monitor emerging issues, risks and trends to inform strategic responses and program improvements.
- Build productive relationships across internal teams and external agencies to align policy outcomes.
- Contribute to governance, planning and performance reporting frameworks and mentor junior team members.

Prerequisites & desirables

- Demonstrated success delivering complex policy or legislative initiatives in a government setting.
- Advanced research, critical analysis and problem-solving capability with an outcomes focus.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a track record producing high-quality executive materials.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence at senior levels.
- Understanding of governance, strategic planning and performance reporting processes.
- Tertiary qualifications in public policy, law, governance or related discipline (highly regarded).
- This is a fantastic opportunity to shape policy direction, lead high-impact initiatives and influence outcomes across a priority portfolio.

For more information or to discuss the role, please contact Bree Woods on bree@edenritchie.com.au or 07 3230 0038.

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