Senior Policy Advisor – Workplace Relations - Beaumont

Senior Policy Advisor – Workplace Relations | National Member Association

Open to candidates in Sydney, Canberra or Brisbane. Full-time, permanent | $150K + Super | NFP | WFH & WFO. Flexible & hybrid working. Open to remote candidates.

A national not-for-profit membership organisation representing a large and diverse sector employing over one million Australians. Following a recent merger, it brings together policy, advocacy, and member services to support businesses of all sizes and strengthen its national voice.

This is a newly created role within a growing Policy and Economics team. You will play a key role in developing and delivering workplace relations policy and advocacy, balancing longer-term reform priorities with responsive work driven by regulatory change and member needs. This role connects policy with real-world impact, translating complex industrial relations frameworks into clear, practical insights for both members and government stakeholders.

• Lead research and analysis on workplace relations legislation, awards, and reform
• Prepare high-quality submissions, briefs and policy materials
• Monitor developments across the Fair Work Commission and broader policy landscape
• Translate complex IR issues into practical, accessible guidance for members
• Engage directly with members to understand operational challenges and inform advocacy
• Represent the organisation in meetings with government, regulators and industry groups
• Coordinate and support a Workplace Relations committee
• Contribute to advocacy campaigns, media engagement and communications
• Collaborate with legal, membership and broader internal teams

• Experience across workplace relations, policy, advocacy or government engagement
• Strong understanding of the Fair Work Act, Awards and enterprise bargaining
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex legislation in plain language
• Confident stakeholder engagement skills across government and industry
• Strong written capability, including submissions and briefings
• Collaborative and adaptable, comfortable working across multiple functions
• Tertiary qualifications in industrial relations, HR, commerce or law (legal background advantageous)

• Opportunity to influence policy that impacts businesses and workers nationally
• Be part of a newly unified organisation with strong momentum and growth
• Work alongside experienced leaders across policy, legal and advocacy
• Flexible hybrid working and supportive team culture
• Additional benefits, including flexible arrangements and a day of celebration leave

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD communities, and people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations for your application can be arranged upon request.