Policy Lead

1 week ago

Sydney, Australia iCare External Full time

**Shape Policy. Influence Decisions. Create lasting impact.**

**Sydney | Hybrid | $149,739 + super**

At icare, we’re reimagining insurance and care to better serve the people of NSW. Our policies and legislative initiatives play a vital role in shaping how we deliver meaningful outcomes across all our schemes. As a Policy Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of this work—driving evidence-based policy, influencing government processes, and ensuring icare’s voice is heard where it matters most. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise has a real impact, this is it.

**Benefits**
- A corporate wellbeing program with subsidised gym membership, free flu vaccinations and health check programs.
- icare day - access to an extra day’s leave.
- Comprehensive learning and development support aligned to icare’s Core Capabilities.
- Our People Awards - On-the-spot Recognition, Quarterly Values Awards & Our People Annual Awards.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program.

**About the Role**

As Policy Lead, you will drive the coordination and delivery of policy and legislative initiatives across icare. You’ll lead work to ensure icare’s interests are represented and aligned with government priorities. This includes developing robust, evidence-based policy advice, preparing high-quality ministerial briefings, submissions, and reports, and managing complex policy projects with multiple stakeholders. You’ll also keep a close eye on emerging issues, ensuring icare remains proactive and prepared in an evolving policy landscape

**Your story so far**:
You’re an experienced policy professional with a strong machinery of government understanding, cabinet processes, and legislative frameworks. With at least five years in policy or a related field, you bring proven skills in research, analysis, and strategic problem-solving. You thrive on navigating complex, politically sensitive issues and are confident in presenting advice that stands up to scrutiny. Stakeholder engagement is your strength—you’re collaborative, consultative, and skilled at building trusted relationships inside and outside of government. Above all, you’re motivated by the opportunity to shape policy that delivers genuine public value.

**Culture**

We know our strength comes from the diversity of our people and would encourage people with different experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to our people’s development so the people of NSW can thrive.

**About icare**

We care for the people of NSW, building confidence and trust so our communities can thrive. We make the complex simple, to deliver better outcomes for those we serve. Whether a person is severely injured in the workplace or on our roads, icare supports their long-term care needs to improve quality of life, including helping people return to work.
- For more information about icare visit our website
- **icare operates a direct sourcing model so no agency introductions will be accepted**
- We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant
- A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process.

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