Senior Associate Research, Bargaining and Legal Strategy

Premier's Department

Senior Associate Research

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Research and analyse industrial relations trends and help shape future workforce strategy and policy.
• Combine your industrial relations and public sector legislation knowledge with your research and analytical skills to provide expert insights on emerging employment trends.
• Temporary Clerk Grade 9/10 ($129,464 - $142,665) opportunity, available until 30 April 2027.

About the role

As our Senior Associate, Research, you will provide expert analysis and advice on remuneration and employment conditions, ensuring Government and organisational decisions are informed by robust data and insights. You will conduct research on public sector remuneration trends, both within NSW and interstate, to support bargaining strategies and workforce planning.

In this role, you will add value by delivering high-quality reports and recommendations, identifying emerging workforce trends, and contributing to industrial policy development. Working closely with business analysts and key stakeholders, you will help shape remuneration strategies, improve employment conditions, and support the Government's broader workforce objectives. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring data-driven decision-making and effective bargaining outcomes. We are currently looking to fill this role on a temporary basis until 2027, with the potential to extend or convert to ongoing.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For:

• Industrial Relations Expertise: Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial instruments, and public sector frameworks.
• Analytical and Research Skills: Ability to conduct high-quality research and provide evidence-based advice on complex issues.
• Strategic Communication: Advanced written and verbal communication skills to influence diverse stakeholders and present complex information clearly.
• Adaptability and Resilience: Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. You'll be at the forefront of identifying and analysing trends in remuneration and employment conditions, helping to shape future workforce strategies.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

We're Looking For:

• Industrial Relations Expertise: Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial instruments, and public sector frameworks.
• Analytical and Research Skills: Ability to conduct high-quality research and provide evidence-based advice on complex issues.
• Strategic Communication: Advanced written and verbal communication skills to influence diverse stakeholders and present complex information clearly.
• Adaptability and Resilience: Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. You'll be at the forefront of identifying and analysing trends in remuneration and employment conditions, helping to shape future workforce strategies.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Monday, 17 November :59 AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($129,464 - $142,665) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading

Hiring Manager: Liz Robinson, Associate Director, Bargaining and Legal Strategy via

About the Premier's Department

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The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at , or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.