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Help us deliver like never before

Australia Post is delivering like never before. From the vehicles that we drive, to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We are delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers and for our people. We are moving forward, and we want you to come along for the ride.  

About the opportunity  

Reporting to the ‘General Manager, Shareholder Liaison’, the ‘Senior Advisor, Shareholder Department Liaison’ is accountable for maintaining strategic, trusted, relationships with Shareholder and Government Departments. Effective management of these relationships will ensure transparent, timely, and coordinated communication between Australia Post and Shareholder and Government Department stakeholders. 

The role leads liaison between Shareholder Department stakeholders and Australia Post for key projects including Modernisation and government programs, as well as the co-ordination and preparation of information to support parliamentary services. Responsibilities include representing Australia Post in various Shareholder Department engagements and preparing complex briefs and other materials for Shareholder Departments where required.

What you’ll deliver with us 

• Coordinate the business’s engagement with Shareholder Department stakeholders, both reactively on Modernisation matters as raised, and proactively in support of Australia Post’s Reform objectives
• Proactively lead the development of complex, coherent, and persuasive submissions and advice to various government departments to help influence government (at all levels)
• Provide high level internal policy advice to support all areas of the business, and proactively identify opportunities across the government for Australia Post

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification in political science, public policy, economics, or a related field
• 5+ years’ experience, including extensive experience in Shareholder office and/or Government department roles, ideally with exposure in a relevant policy field
• Strong commercial acumen and proven ability to work in complex team environments and organisations
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Federal Departmental and Government decision-making cycles and processes, as well as a great understanding of government policy development processes
• Demonstrated ability to prepare complex briefing and policy material with a sound understanding of unique regulatory operating environment faced by GBEs

How we will deliver for you

• Exceptional development opportunities towards senior leadership and specialist opportunities with Australia Post Group
• We invest in you for the long-term, encouraging growth through delivering on our values of trust, inclusivity, empowerment, and safety. We will help you develop your skills and steer along a career path that works for you
• Be part of a culture where everybody feels they belong, are valued, and can bring their authentic self to work every day
• We invest in your personal wellbeing, recognise, and reward you for your contribution to our success with Post Perks and more

We are delivering together

At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live, and gather as employees. 

We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees. We are also the largest organisation in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status and are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability. If you have any questions, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on inclusivecareers@auspost.com.au