Policy Officer

Policy Officers (Multiple Roles), Commercial Group

State Insurance Schemes

• Employment Type:
  Ongoing
• Classification / Grade / Band:
  Multiple Grades (more details below)
• Location:
  Sydney CBD, flexible & hybrid working options available
• Applications Close:
  Wednesday, 24 September 2025 at 9:59 am

Role impact & contribution

The State Insurance Schemes team is recruiting for the following roles:

Assistant Policy Officer.
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Clerk Grade 5/6
(Salary Range: $99,938 - $110,271; plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Policy Officer.
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Clerk Grade 7/8
(Salary Range: $113,574 - $125,720; plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Candidates are not required to indicate for which level of role they are applying, as candidates for both roles will be assessed through the same process.

Your typical day-to-day work will include delivering strategic commercial and financial policy advice, support various policy areas and projects, and enhance financial performance and policy outcomes within icare and across the State's insurance and care system. If you're passionate about driving meaningful change and contributing to impactful policy development, we want you on our team

About State Insurance Schemes Division

The Division provides strategic advice to support the Treasurer and Minister for Work Health and Safety to deliver Government priorities across the State's insurance and care system. It supports the application of NSW Government commercial policy and other frameworks to Insurance and Care NSW (icare), including assessing and monitoring its commercial strategies, the efficiency and cost effectiveness of its commercial model and managing appointments to the Board.

The Division advises Government on potential pathways to position the State's insurance and care system to deal with the changing needs and risk exposures of the State economy. This includes developing legislation to give effect to the Government's evolving reform agenda, including in relation to workers compensation, as well as strengthening governance and accountability frameworks, financial management and other policy reforms to address rapid growth in the State's self-insurance liabilities and budgetary risks.

The Division is part of the Commercial Group at NSW Treasury. Read more about your future Group and Division.

What you can bring to the role

In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in economics, finance, public policy / administration, law, commerce, or a related field.
• Relevant experience within government and understanding of government processes.
• Demonstrated ability to develop expertise in insurance and risk policy, drawing from commercial, economic and/or regulatory frameworks.

What can you expect from us

The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will 'Buddy' you up with a team member to help settle you in.

Just some of the
benefits
of working with Treasury include:

• Flexible hybrid work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks
• Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.
• Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training
• Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.
• Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.

Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you.

Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury

You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.

When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.

As you contribute your expertise, you'll engage in continuous
Professional Development
, acquiring essential skills such as:

• Policy research and analysis
• Application of Concepts
• Communication Skills

Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.

Interested in working with us

Submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process:

• an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role
• a short covering letter (maximum one page) outlining your motivation in applying for the role
• complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process
• partake in a behavioural based interview if shortlisted
• undergo work sample exercises if required.

A
talent pool
may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.

Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.

We embrace diversity

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales.

We currently hold the following accreditations as a:

• a
  Disability Confident Recruiter
  with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers.
• a
  Level 1 Activate Carer Employer
  with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices.

We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit:

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.

Any questions?

Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor
Grace Senituli

Close of applications:
9: 59am 24 September 2025

A concurrent search is also underway.

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