Senior Policy Officer

Senior Policy Officer (AO6) | State Government Opportunity | Well remunerated | Interesting work | 6-month contract

The Role & The Organisation

Our client, a State Government organisation, are searching for a Senior Policy Officer (AO6) to join their team in Brisbane. In this role you will provide policy advice on complex State revenue and related issues and contribute to the delivery of the organisation's legislative program.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop policy proposals in relation to Queensland revenue laws to enable the organisation to meet its business objectives.
• Analyse and review the application of Queensland revenue laws and other relevant legislation to changing commercial circumstances including opportunities for revenue avoidance and evasion.
• Identify provisions which require amendment and make appropriate submissions.
• Instruct, consult and negotiate on the drafting of revenue legislation to ensure the organisation meets its organisational objectives.
• Analyse and compare revenue legislation of other jurisdictions for continuous improvement to ensure the organisation achieves best practice.
• Prepare briefings, submissions, reports, correspondence, and where relevant, consult on the implementation of recommended outcomes.
• Appraise and review performance of people and act as mentor/coach (as necessary) to facilitate their continued development.
• Ensure compliance with recordkeeping standards while managing timely, accurate and complete information to enable smarter decision making.

About You

• A high-level ability to accurately interpret and apply legislation and case law.
• A well-developed understanding of commercial and administrative law and practice.
• High-level ability to contribute to the development of policy and legislation, including making sound, logical and appropriate recommendations.
• Thinks critically and acts on the broader purpose of the system.
• Makes considered, ethical and courageous decisions based on insight into the broader context.
• Builds and sustains relationships to enable the collaborative delivery of customer-focussed outcomes.
• Demonstrates accountability for the execution and quality of results through professionalism, persistence and transparency.
• Maintains a high standard of practice through governance and risk management.

Legal qualifications will be highly regarded. 2-3 years work experience in either a legal advisory (private sector, government legal, government internal review) or government legislative policy development environment desirable.

Benefits

• Policy Impact: Opportunity to shape and develop policy proposals that directly impact Queensland's revenue laws and legislative framework.
• Professional Development: Chance to mentor and coach others, contributing to team growth and leadership development.
• Implement Change: Working in a constructive workplace culture, you will be encouraged to implement change which supports the organisation's goals and business direction.
• Complex and Meaningful Work: Engage in high-level analysis of legislation, offering intellectually stimulating challenges.

Apply Now

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications close Thursday, 20 November 2025.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities please contact:

Rachael Musgrave | Partner - Legal Professional

Why Work with Rachael at Empire Group?

• Industry Expertise: As a lawyer, I bring firsthand insight into the profession, backed by a team with 175+ years of combined legal recruitment expertise.
• Exclusive Roles: Gain access to opportunities not advertised anywhere else.
• Personalised Support: Receive free CV advice, interview coaching and negotiation guidance suited to your career goals.
• Privacy: Trust that your information will be treated with the confidentiality that you deserve. Only be put forward to a role with your explicit consent.

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Rachael Musgrave is a Partner - Legal Professional Recruiter at empire group. She has been supporting the Legal Industry throughout her career, initially as a Lawyer, and then later as Legal Professional Recruiter. She understands how to balance the needs and wants of her candidates and is highly qualified at connecting these candidates to their next great opportunity.

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