Policy Lead

You’re agile, keen and open to meaningful work and opportunities that come your way.

You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.

In this role, you'll:

Work as part of a team delivering strategic transport policy, legislative reform and high quality policy advisory services, focusing on road safety, driver licensing and vehicle registration. Tthis role plays a key part in shaping policy outcomes that support NSW Government priorities and deliver improved outcomes for the community.

Lead the development of policy reform, regulatory review and strategic policy initiatives, providing high quality advice, research and analysis to support informed decision making and the progression of legislation through Parliament.

Work across a broad range of policy areas, engage with internal and external stakeholders, and identify opportunities to drive policy innovation.

Lead the development of innovative policy solutions and strategic advice, building effective, evidence based outcomes that influence decision making and improve service delivery in a complex, fast paced environment with competing priorities and diverse stakeholder interests

Please note this is a fixed-term full-time opportunity until April 2028, based at the Elizabeth Street office, with a 50% workplace attendance requirement.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

• Your strong government policy expertise and stakeholder engagement skills, formed across policy development, regulatory reform, public sector strategy or policy advisory roles, will see you excel in navigating complex policy challenges, synthesising insights and delivering high quality advice, leading to well informed decisions, effective use of legislation as a policy tool and aligned strategic priorities.
• A great understanding of the government and parliamentary processes will set you up for success in this role 
• You are recognised as a strategic and collaborative policy leader, skilled at developing policy advice, influencing stakeholders and leading complex initiatives, experienced in working within government frameworks, managing competing demands and delivering outcomes in high pressure, high impact environments.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Monday 7 September 2026

For more information about this role, please contact MARY.NOROUZIFAR@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW

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