Premier's Department

Reference number

req53169

Occupation

Project Management

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney Region

Salary Information

$116,981 - $129,492 + Superannuation

Closing date

14 August 2026 at 10:00am

Premier’s Department

Associate, Business and Skilled Migration

You. At the centre of big ideas.

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Support the delivery of NSW’s skilled migration program (Designated Area Migration Agreement).
- Use project, research and stakeholder skills to deliver migration outcomes.
- Two-year temporary Clerk Grade 7/8 ($116,981 - $129,492 per annum) opportunity with Investment NSW based in Martin Place, Sydney.

About the Role

As an Associate, Business and Skilled Migration, you will support delivery of the NSW skilled migration program, helping address workforce needs by enabling skilled migrants to contribute to the local economy and innovation.

Your principal focus will be on setting up and implementing the NSW Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA). As part of this work, you will:

- Provide project management and support services, including preparing reports and briefs, maintaining project documentation, coordinating resources, and monitoring project plans to deliver outcomes on time, within scope and to quality standards.
- Research, gather and analyse data to inform guidelines and strategies that contribute to the NSW Migration Strategy, while preparing briefings, correspondence, advice and presentations on migration matters.
- Support compliance with state and federal visa requirements and contribute to process improvement, audit and legislative requirements.
Join the Business and Skilled Migration team within Investment NSW, Industry and Investment, in the Premier’s Department.
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To learn more about the role, please review the Role Description.

We’re Looking For

- Project Management: Experience providing high-level project management and support activities, including planning, documentation, monitoring, reporting and risk management.




- Migration Program Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of the Commonwealth’s migration and NSW skilled and business migration programs and strategies.
- Communication and Advice: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare briefings, papers, correspondence, advice and presentations for a range of audiences.
- Analysis and Problem Solving: Ability to research and analyse information, use evidence to make recommendations, and identify opportunities to improve systems and processes.
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, respond to queries, share information and support successful program outcomes.

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 versatile 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 (for non-executive roles) 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 requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing Date: Friday, 14 August 2026 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Classification Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($116,981 - $129,49 plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Rosario Mugnaini, Acting Associate Director, Business and Skilled Migration, via [email protected]

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 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.

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