The Cabinet Office

Associate Director Policy

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Drive economic policy projects by influencing outcomes and cross-sector collaboration
• You're a strategic thinker and experienced leader who delivers results
• Ongoing Clerk Grade 11/12 opportunity located at 52 Martin Place, Sydney

About the Role

The Associate Director will lead high-impact economic policy projects with a strong focus on project management and delivery. You'll scope and produce key documents, manage timelines, and solve complex policy problems in collaboration with senior stakeholders across government and industry.

You will join our Economic Policy Branch within the Economic, Housing and Infrastructure Group. The team plays a pivotal role in shaping strategic economic initiatives and driving reform through cross-sector engagement and evidence-based analysis.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description

We're Looking For

• Project delivery: Skilled in managing complex projects to tight timeframes with high-quality outcomes
• Stakeholder engagement: Confident working with senior leaders across government and industry
• Economic policy: Strong problem-solving skills and expertise in economic and strategic policy challenges
• Government sector expertise: Understanding or aptitude to navigate government processes and business operations
• Effective Communication: Successful in delivering high-quality projects and engaging diverse audiences

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 requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
  

Closing date: Thursday, 23rd October 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Classification Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($149,739 - $173,173) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Simon Goodman, Director, Fiscal Policy, [email protected]

About The Cabinet Office

Leading policy, strategy and integrity from the heart of government

The Cabinet Office (TCO) enables robust Cabinet decision-making by ensuring policies and proposals submitted for consideration are of the highest quality and in line with government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at The Cabinet Office.

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 Cabinet Office 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.