Premier's Department

Advisor, Public Sector Industrial Relations
You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Make a meaningful impact on NSW public sector reform and workplace relations
• Strong policy development and stakeholder engagement skills highly valued
• One ongoing Clerk Grade 7/8 role and one temporary Clerk Grade 7/8 role until 31 May 2026, with the possibility of extension to ongoing.
• Based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD

About the Role

As our new Advisor, you will play a key role in providing high-quality industrial relations advice, supporting policy development, and contributing to outcomes that benefit the NSW public sector workforce. This role sits in the Public Sector Industrial Relations team, within the Industrial Relations Branch, which is part of the People and Workforce Group. The team leads the development of industrial relations policy, provides strategic advice to government and supports public sector agencies in delivering fair and effective workplace practices.

In this role, you'll help shape and implement industrial relations strategies that support public sector reform, contribute to managing complex matters, and advise senior stakeholders including the Minister and Premier's Department Executive. You'll work across a broad range of priorities, including policy development, dispute resolution, stakeholder consultation, and representing the Industrial Relations Secretary in appropriate forums and tribunals.

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

We're looking for an enthusiastic candidate who can demonstrate:

• Strong Writing Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in writing clearly and concisely, and ability to contribute to the drafting of reports and Government policy papers.
• IR Knowledge: Working knowledge and understanding, or the ability to quickly acquire an understanding, of workplace legislation, awards, agreements, and public sector IR frameworks.
• Tribunal and Dispute Experience: Confidence representing organisations in industrial forums and supporting dispute resolution processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
• Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in IR, Law, Human Resources, or Public Policy is desirable.

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 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, 17 November 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574- $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Monica Fratazzi, Senior Advisor, Public Sector Industrial Relations via [email protected]

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 450,000 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.