Senior Press Secretary

About the role
Senior Press Secretary — Sydney NSW, Full time. Location: Sydney CBD. This is a full-time ongoing role based at 52 Martin Place Sydney.
The NSW Treasurer's Office is looking for an experienced and dynamic Senior Press Secretary to shape strategic communications and media relations for one of Australia's most significant economic portfolios.
This senior role will work as part of a tight-knit team, including close coordination with the Premier's Office and the offices of other senior ministers, to manage the Treasurer's public profile, coordinate media strategies, identify risks and opportunities and serve as a key liaison with stakeholders including media organisations, business groups, unions, and community organisations.
About the role:
Design and implement media strategies for budget messaging, economic policy announcements, and financial initiatives
Contribute to fast-paced communications planning and response for economic and treasury-related matters
Act as a primary media contact for treasury-related inquiries including managing media conferences, briefings, and exclusive interviews
Coordinate communications for major economic announcements with relevant departments and agencies
Support the Treasurer's engagement with interstate and international counterparts on economic matters
Monitor media coverage and provide timely analysis and recommendations to senior staff
About You
You have a high level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
You have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work under tight deadlines
You can demonstrate strong political judgment and have an understanding of the NSW political environment
You have the ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
You have a collaborative approach with proven stakeholder management skills
You show integrity and commitment to NSW government values
Essential Requirements
Significant senior experience in communications or media, preferably in government, politics, or economic sectors with a strong background as a journalist, press secretary, or senior media adviser
Demonstrated experience managing high-stakes media relations and crisis communications with a proven track record in developing successful communications strategies for complex policy areas
Deep understanding of the media landscape, particularly economic and political journalism
Ability to collaborate with policy teams to translate technical and economic content into clear, compelling public messaging
Proficiency in digital communications platforms and social media management
Experience with freedom of information processes and government transparency requirements
Salary:
To be negotiated
How to apply
To apply for the role of Senior Press Secretary, you'll need to create an account on I Work for NSW and apply online. Your application should include:
a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact the Hiring Manager.
Closing Date:
Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm Sunday 14 September 2025
Learn more:
For enquiries, please contact Stephen Fitzpatrick on .
If you run into any technical difficulties with your online application, contact I Work for NSW Support at or .
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