Premier’s Department

Associate Director, Industry Missions

You. At the centre of big ideas.

- Exciting opportunity leading high-impact work that helps shape NSW’s economic development future.
- Draw on your experience leading strategic investment, commercial or industry development work ideally in clean energy and net zero, a priority sector for NSW.
- Temporary, full time, Clerk Grade 11/12 opportunity ($154,231- $178,369) until 30 April 2027 based in Martin Place, Sydney.

Expressions of interest are invited from ongoing and temporary employees within the NSW Public Sector who wish to be considered for this temporary role for a period up to 30 April 2027.

About the Role The Associate Director, Industry Missions leads a sector team responsible for designing and implementing investment attraction and industry development initiatives aligned with the NSW Industry Policy, Industry Missions and NSW Trade and Investment Strategy 2035. The role focuses on identifying and advancing strategic investment opportunities that support economic growth, productivity and job creation in NSW.

You will join our Industry Missions team within the Industry and Investment branch in the NSW Investment group. You will work across government, industry and investor networks to identify, attract and advance priority investment projects that support NSW’s economic growth. The role will focus on building investor relationships, progressing high-value opportunities, strengthening NSW’s competitive proposition and converting strategic investment interest into tangible outcomes for the state.





To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

- Industry Leadership and Investment Attraction: Proven commercial experience attracting investment and delivering investment outcomes, building strategic partnerships and delivering economic growth outcomes.
- Strategic Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across government, industry and investor networks.
- People Leadership and Delivery: Demonstrated leadership experience driving team performance, managing complex initiatives and delivering results in dynamic environments.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

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 11/12. Package includes base salary ($154,231- $178,369) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Anne McCotter, Associate Director, [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, a career at Premier’s Department and Government House Sydney.

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 temporarily activated for opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18- month period.

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