Public Policy Specialist

Joining a leading, global tech company, this contract opportunity will suit an exceptional professional with a strong understanding of Australia’s policy environment, particularly in relation to the Australian technology sector. You will join a tight-knit public policy team covering Australia and New Zealand.

Role Responsibilities

• Preparing materials to assist with the team’s engagement in a range of competition policy processes, including analysis, position papers, briefing documents, research proposals and written submissions.
• Building and implementing strategies to deepen relationships with external partners and customers, with a focus on startup customers.
• Working collaboratively across local and global policy teams and with internal stakeholders across functions.
• Liaising with external stakeholders, including agencies, consultants, industry associations and academics, while proactively developing ethical relationships with individuals influencing or developing policy for government
  
  

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required: Economics, Law, Public Administration, Political Science, or similar.
• 5+ years of relevant public policy, legal or advocacy experience, e.g. within corporate government relations or public policy, in economic consulting, public administration, industry associations or non-governmental organizations.
• A track record of successful public engagements or representing your organization in meetings, including on technology, competition, or AI.
• Ability to maintain the highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous circumstances.
• Project management experience
• Familiarity with AU and Australian startup ecosystem.
  
  

Please reach to Jaz, if you would like to find out more [email protected] or alternatively call 0421 881 268