Premier’s Department

Senior Associate, Research, Bargaining and Legal Strategy

You. At the centre of big ideas.

- Influence whole-of-government industrial relations and bargaining strategy.
- Apply your research, analytical and advisory expertise to complex workforce challenges.
- Temporary Clerk Grade 9/10 ($133,348 - $146,945 per annum) prospect until 30 June 2027, based at 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 June 2027. The role is vacant due to internal movements within the team.

About the Role

Are you passionate about public policy, industrial relations and workforce strategy? Do you thrive on solving complex problems and turning data and insights into meaningful outcomes?

As the Senior Associate, Research, Bargaining and Legal Strategy, you'll contribute to some of the NSW Government's most significant workforce and industrial relations priorities. You'll provide high-quality research, analysis and advice on remuneration, employment conditions and emerging workforce trends, that inform bargaining strategies and support evidence-based decision-making across government.

You will join the Bargaining and Legal Strategy team within the Industrial Relations branch, People and Workforce group at the Premier's Department. You'll partner with subject matter experts, analysts and stakeholders across the public sector, helping to shape approaches that impact thousands of employees across NSW.

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

We're Looking For





- Research and Analytical Excellence: You can interpret complex information, identify trends and provide evidence-based advice that supports strategic decision-making.
- Industrial Relations or Policy Expertise: You bring knowledge and/or experience in industrial relations, workforce policy, employment legislation or public sector frameworks and can apply that expertise to complex issues and emerging challenges.
- Exceptional Communication and Stakeholder Skills: You're confident preparing high-quality briefs, reports and advice. You can build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders while navigating competing priorities and perspectives.

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: Thursday, 17 September 2026 (11:59 PM) Salary: Classification Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($133,348 - $146,945) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Liz Robinson, Associate Director, Bargaining and Legal Strategy,



[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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