AddressAbout the Property Council of Australia
At the Property Council of Australia, we’re dedicated to carrying out meaningful work that builds great cities, strong economies and sustainable communities, for now and the future.
You’ll work alongside the most respected leaders of Australia’s largest industry and your skills, ideas and drive will contribute to the success of an industry that employs over 1.4 million Australians.
Position Purpose
To develop public policy in the interests of the property investment industry and advocate these to NSW policy makers to see them implemented.
- Monitor the NSW policy, political and legislative process.
- Proactively develop and manage operating and strategic policy positions (in designated policy areas) to put to State and local government incorporating strong member input.
- Influence the legislative and political process.
- Proactively identify opportunities that further the organisation’s policy agenda.
- Advocate Property Council policy positions to NSW policymakers.
- Represent industry on government committees and working groups where relevant.
- Initiate and maintain positive relationships with key politicians, their advisors and key state, local bureaucrats.
- Manage the relationship with the NSW Event Manager and Commercial Director to ensure appropriate advocacy content including blurbs for marketing.
- In conjunction with Membership Central support strategies to retain and attract members.
- Oversee the research program for the NSW Division, in consultation with the Deputy Executive Director.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong experience in policy and/or advocacy.
- Demonstrated understanding of the political process and the strategic planning challenges facing Sydney and NSW.
- Track record in proactively identifying issues that require organisation involvement.
- Demonstrated ability to manage issues and projects.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated record of preparing structured reports and policy documents.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including interpersonal, negotiation and advocacy skills.
- Ability to work in a small team environment and be able to develop effective relationships internally and externally.
- Ability to be self-motivated and work with limited supervision.
- Ability to undertake multiple tasks at the same time and meet competing deadlines.
- Tertiary education in politics, planning, architecture, public affairs, economics, law, property development or similar.
About you
Alongside a competitive remuneration and benefits package, we support ongoing professional development, fostering a culture of continual learning and improvement.
Our offices are located in the CBD, close to public transport and we support flexible working arrangements, ensuring you have a work-life balance. Our wellbeing programs offer a range of lifestyle benefits, and our salary packaging options allow you to maximise your take home pay. You even get a day off on your birthday!
As a Diversity Council of Australia Inclusive Employer (2022-2024), the Property Council of Australia encourages applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people with a disability. We are happy to use your preferred means of communication and make any reasonable adjustments during the selection process.
If you see yourself as an agent of change who can have a real impact, APPLY NOW!
The Property Council is proud to be named an Inclusive Employer 2022-2024 (Diversity Council of Australia). We encourage applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people with a disability. Please indicate your preferred method of communication in your resume and please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments should you be contacted for an interview.
