Senior Advisor Government Relations

Work with world-renowned products and services.

12-month contract with flexible hours.

Competitive salary between $140,000 - $155,000 base, plus Super

About Us:

Welcome to The Perth Mint, where golden career opportunities await.

The Perth Mint is an iconic Western Australian organisation operating on a truly global scale. Situated in East Perth for over 125 years, The Perth Mint is a premier tourist destination, an award-winning exporter, and a key supplier of precious metals to markets throughout the world.

There's no organisation quite like it, with a variety of roles available, from engineers and chemists to artists and technicians.

Foster your fascination and pride in our work. Get inspired every day by the world-class precious metal products we work together to refine, design, produce and then distribute all over the globe. Connect to the rich history of our industry in a workplace firmly rooted in the present — as leaders in sustainability and inclusion.

At The Perth Mint, you'll be supported in a diverse team where differences are celebrated and your well-being matters — striking the right work-life balance with compassionate team benefits. And if your career goals change, you'll be empowered to change roles with training and internal mobility.

We value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQI+ communities, culturally diverse groups, youth, and seniors. If you need accommodations, please contact 

The Opportunity:

We're looking for someone who knows how to build trust, spark connection, and help us show up with purpose. This is a full-time, 12-month parental leave cover based in East Perth, and it's a chance to step into a role that sits right at the heart of how The Perth Mint engages with government and community.

With a local, national, and international lens, you'll be the person behind the scenes making sure our relationships with elected officials, departments, and agencies are strong, respectful, and well informed. One day you might be preparing a briefing for a Minister, the next you're helping our Executive team navigate complex issues, preparing government submissions or hosting foreign diplomats.

This role is about more than just process. It's about people.

You'll help us stay connected to the world around us, understand what's changing, and respond with clarity and care. If you're someone who enjoys working across teams, thrives on thoughtful communication, and wants to make a real impact during a key moment in someone else's journey, we'd love to have you with us.

About You:

You're someone who understands how government works - not just the formalities, but the relationships that make it tick. You've spent time in State or Federal government, or in a role where engaging with elected officials was part of your everyday. You know how to write clearly, speak with confidence, and offer advice that helps people make smart, informed decisions.

You've got a degree in something like Public Policy, Politics, Journalism or PR, and you're a strategic thinker who knows how to turn insight into action. You're comfortable preparing submissions, briefing notes, and correspondence that hit the mark, and you're just as confident collaborating across teams to get the details right.

You're curious, calm, and deeply committed to doing things properly. You keep your ear to the ground, spot opportunities early, and help others stay informed and prepared. You care about people, about how we communicate, how we show up, and how we build trust over time.

If you're ready to bring your energy, empathy, and expertise to a role that's all about connection, and you're up for a rewarding 12-month challenge - we'd love to hear from you.

Our Benefits:

• Competitive salaries and employee discounts
• Flexible work options available
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employer
• Training and development opportunities
• Opportunities to be part of our wide and active range of Employee Resourcing Groups: Reconciliation, Gender, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), Disability, Mental Health and Neurodiversity, and Perth Mint with Pride
• Charity and volunteer initiatives
• Health and wellness programs, including an Employee Assistance Program, ongoing wellbeing initiatives, and workplace community building spaces
• Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on the WORK180 website

It's easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don't see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right, no matter your background or personal circumstances – please submit your application.

Applications close on 23 October 2025. The Perth Mint reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.

Candidates must have the right to work in Australia and pass our national security check.