APS6 Policy Analyst

• Competitive APS6 hourly rate
• Canberra based with flexible working arrangements
• Please call Laura Meyer for more information

Your new company

This is an opportunity to join a high-profile government review program that is delivering critical analysis and recommendations to support future decision-making. Working within a collaborative team of policy, regulatory and subject-matter experts, you will contribute to the development of evidence-based findings, reporting and strategic review outcomes.

These are initial 6-month contract opportunities commencing in August 2026, with a possible extension and flexible remote working arrangements available across Australia.

Your new role

As a Policy Analyst, you will provide research, analysis and report writing support to a multidisciplinary review team. You will be responsible for analysing complex information, synthesising evidence from multiple sources and producing high-quality written products for government audiences.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting research and evidence-gathering activities
• Reviewing and analysing findings, reports and supporting documentation
• Synthesising complex information into concise and actionable insights
• Preparing briefings, discussion papers, summaries and reports
• Identifying emerging themes, risks and opportunities
• Supporting the development of findings, recommendations and review outputs
• Working closely with technical experts and key stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking capability
• Experience synthesising complex information from multiple sources
• Excellent written communication and report-writing skills
• Experience preparing briefs, reports, submissions or similar written products
• The ability to translate technical or complex information into clear and concise language
• Strong research and information-gathering skills
• Experience working in government, policy, regulatory or related environments
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes to deadline.
• Experience supporting reviews, enquiries, evaluations or other time-sensitive projects

Desirable experience includes exposure to regulatory environments, stakeholder engagement, research activities or complex review programs.

Applicants must hold an Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance and be Australian citizens.

What you'll get in return

• Initial 6-month contract with extension potential
• Competitive APS6-equivalent hourly rate
• Canberra based with flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity to contribute to a significant government review project
• Collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Exposure to complex policy and regulatory matters

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call or email Laura Meyer on (02) 6112 7654, ***email_hidden***.