Premier's Department

Senior Associate, Bargaining & Legal Strategy

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Seeking passionate experts in IR, bargaining, and strategic stakeholder advice
• Shape industrial strategy in a high-impact, whole-of-government role
• Multiple Ongoing Clerk Grade 9/10 roles based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD

About the Role

The Bargaining and Legal Strategy team is seeking to fill multiple Senior Associate positions on an ongoing and temporary basis in the Industrial Relations Branch within the People and Workforce Group.

The Senior Associate, Bargaining and Legal Strategy, plays a critical role in shaping and supporting whole-of-government industrial relations strategies. The position provides high-quality, timely and strategic advice on bargaining and industrial relations issues that directly influence government priorities and organisational outcomes. You will analyse complex industrial matters, identify risks and opportunities, and develop practical solutions that deliver positive results across the public sector.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're looking for candidates with:

• Strong knowledge of industrial relations frameworks, including legislation, government policies, and industrial instruments.
• Ability to provide high-quality, timely advice on complex bargaining and industrial issues that align with government priorities.
• A proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities and developing solutions to mitigate risks and achieve outcome.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and informative reports, briefs, and correspondence.
• Strong skills in building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the public sector.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why join us:

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to apply:

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Monday, 02 June 2025 (09:59AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($125,693

• $138,510) plus superannuation (11.5%)and leave loading.
  
  Hiring Manager: Deb McVicar, Associate Director, Bargaining and Legal Strategy, on 02 9273 3931 or [email protected].
  
  
  
  About the Premier's Department
  
  Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
  
  The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.
  
  
  
  Our Commitment
  
  We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.
  
  The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.
  
  Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.