Government Relations Manager

24 hours ago

Adelaide, South Australia Techforce Personnel Pty. Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

The Opportunity

Are you a persuasive communicator who enjoys shaping policy and influencing outcomes? We are representing a dynamic organisation seeking a Government Relations Manager to lead engagement with government, regulators, and industry associations. This is a hands‑on role where you will track policy developments, align them to business strategy, and advocate for outcomes that support growth, compliance, and innovation.

What You Will Do

  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with federal, state and local government officials, regulators, and advisors
  • Monitor and interpret emerging legislation, policy, and regulatory frameworks
  • Develop clear and influential briefing papers, submissions, and advocacy material
  • Represent the organisation in industry forums, consultations, and working groups
  • Draft speeches, talking points and briefing notes for senior leaders engaging with government
  • Identify and foster partnerships with industry associations and advocacy groups
  • Support media and public affairs activities when government relations is in focus
  • Maintain accurate records of government engagement and ensure full compliance with disclosure obligations

About You

  • Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law or a related discipline (Master's desirable)
  • 5+ years' government relations, policy, or advisory experience
  • Strong understanding of parliamentary, regulatory and policy processes
  • Demonstrated success influencing policy outcomes and stakeholder decisions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a clear, persuasive style
  • High professional integrity, discretion and ability to manage sensitive issues

What's on Offer

  • A pivotal role working closely with executive leadership shaping government engagement strategy
  • Build a broad network of senior stakeholders across government and industry
  • Contribute to critical growth, compliance, and innovation initiatives
  • Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience

Who are we?

Techforce Personnel are a proud partner of PeopleIN – Australia's largest ASX-listed workforce management and staffing company with 25 brands across Australia partnering with over 3,500 clients. Our specialist business harnesses the extraordinary impact of talented people across Mining and Resources, Shutdowns, Facilities Maintenance, Hospitality and Catering, Healthcare, Industrial Services, Civil Construction, Residential/Commercial Construction, and the Oil and Gas Industries, to name a few

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