Principal Policy and Legislation Officer

1 day ago

Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

_About the role

As a Principal Policy and Legislation Officer, you will provide strategic guidance and deliver impactful policy and legislative solutions that drive the Queensland Public Trustee's (QPT) vision. Acting as a trusted advisor to executive leaders, you'll offer insightful advice on legislative reforms, strategic policy matters, emerging issues, and key risks impacting QPT.

In this role, you will be integral to developing and implementing QPT's policy and legislative response to relevant social issues, including recommendations for reform from the Disability Royal Commission. Collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders and building strong partnerships will be fundamental to exploring diverse viewpoints and achieving mutually beneficial outcomes.

This is a full-time temporary position until 31 December 2026, based in Brisbane CBD. Please download the role description for more information.

About you

You are an experienced professional with a strong foundation in public and social policy, with demonstrated skills in legislative development, policy reform, and providing high-level strategic advice. Your understanding of contemporary social challenges facing Queenslanders, particularly those impacting vulnerable communities, underpins your approach to policy-making.

The following attributes are essential to your success in this role:
Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational and multitasking abilities to manage competing priorities efficiently and meet deadlines
Proven experience in leading policy and legislative reform
Strong influential and negotiation skills

What we offer

A fulfilling role where your skills directly influence the QPT's vision
Dynamic work environment with diverse responsibilities
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Supportive culture prioritising employee mental health and wellbeing including support of flexible working arrangements.

This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to QPT's social policy landscape and have a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable Queenslanders and could be the perfect next step in your career.

Interested in applying?

Please provide the following information:
Your current resume, including a comprehensive employment history and any relevant qualifications and professional certifications you hold.
A cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining your motivation and ability to demonstrate the 'Key capabilities' required to perform the 'Key responsibilities' of the role.
Contact details for two referees. At least one referee should have thorough knowledge of your conduct and performance within the previous two years. If you are a current or previous public service employee, please nominate a referee who can report on your public service employment.
Details of any visa conditions if you are not an Australian citizen or do not have permanent residency status.

QPT is a value for money independent state trustee service dedicated to advancing and safeguarding the rights, interests and wishes of Queenslanders in need of financial management, trust and estate planning and administration support. We have been looking after Queenslanders and their families since 1916.
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