Policy & Industry Advisor

General information

Name

Policy & Industry Advisor

Site / Location

Melbourne Support Centre

Ref #

12384735

Entity

Australia Post

Opening Date

26-Jun-2026

Suburb

Richmond

Work Type

Permanent Full Time

Description & Requirements

Being in a business support role at Australia Post means helping our people deliver for every Australian. Just like our Posties, you’re still the people behind every parcel. Whatever your team or role, you’re helping grow our people, grow our business and making a lasting impact on the Australian community. You’ll find a culture of connection in our great people and the flexibility to balance work with life outside of it.

About the opportunity

Reporting into the ‘Head of Industry, Policy & Regulatory Affairs’, you will be accountable for coordinating strategic, trusted relationships with government and regulatory bodies as well as industry associations, in collaboration with colleagues across Australia Post.

You will help to enhance Australia Post’s understanding of emerging public policy risks and opportunities, and to coordinate internal and external engagement on these issues.

The successful candidate will be expected to drive their day-to-day work, working collaboratively across Australia Post to support information sharing and advocacy with government and industry engagements.

What you’ll deliver with us

• Identifying and communicating emerging risks and opportunities in public policy, including industry and parliamentary inquiries
• Coordinating Australia Post’s public policy engagement with peak industry associations and industry counterparts to drive advocacy efforts
• Coordinating and delivering internal reporting for the team, and preparing briefs for Senior Executives and the Board
• Supporting the Head of Industry, Policy & Regulatory Affairs on priority policy issues, including conducting research to inform the strategic positioning of Australia Post’s advocacy
• Managing discrete regulatory affairs and public policy matters as they arise, including preparing public submissions, letters, and briefs

About you

You demonstrate a high level of resilience and a solution-focused mindset in navigating complex and quickly evolving environments. You lead by example, fostering a culture of transparency, collaboration, and integrity while inspiring others to do the same.

• Experience in a public policy or regulatory affairs role, delivering outcomes for both reactive and proactive work
• High attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to think strategically about the various considerations for Australia Post, including our role as a Government Business Enterprise and how this may intersect with policy and commercial considerations
• Relevant tertiary qualification in political science, public policy, economics, or a related field will be highly regarded

What else is in it for you?

• Bring your whole self to work every day and be met by a welcoming bunch of people who respect and support you
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, like the opportunity to work from home two days per week
• Opportunities for growth and development through formal programs or mentorship
• Exclusive team member discounts and offers for more cash in your pocket, evolving policies for flexible working, leave types and access to health and wellbeing resources

All walks, one route

It takes a lot of us to deliver for every Australian – and it’s important to us that our people behind the parcels reflect the people receiving them. We come from all walks. Different backgrounds, different ages, different genders, different sexualities and different abilities, but we all believe in the same purpose.

We welcome people all ages, genders and backgrounds – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and refugees. We’re a Disability Confident Recruiter, committed to making our hiring process and workplace inclusive and barrier-free. We’re also working hard to remove bias and build a gender-equitable experience for everyone who joins us. If you’ve got questions about accessibility, reach out to our Diversity & Inclusion team at [email protected] or on 03 8737 9415.