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Our client is responsible for a range of initiatives and services that improve identity security and resilience. They coordinate a national approach to identity by working closely with Commonwealth, state and territory stakeholders.
About the role
This role involves interpreting and administering legislation, providing specialised advice on complex policy issues, and contributing to strategic initiatives within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Skills and Experience
What is on offer
Security Requirements:
To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current Baseline Security Clearance.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB, Tuesday 29th July 2025.
Please call Kandice Halls on 0480 002 461 for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Legal Policy Officer
| Job title : | Legal Policy Officer |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $80 - $90 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-07-24 |
| Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-53003-2 |
| Contact name : | Kandice Halls |
| Contact email : | kandiceh@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | 1 day ago |
Our client is responsible for a range of initiatives and services that improve identity security and resilience. They coordinate a national approach to identity by working closely with Commonwealth, state and territory stakeholders.
About the role
This role involves interpreting and administering legislation, providing specialised advice on complex policy issues, and contributing to strategic initiatives within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Skills and Experience
- strong written and verbal communication skills and stakeholder management skills
- experience or an ability to learn how to interpret and administer legislation
- strategic awareness and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments
- an ability to build and sustain positive and productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
What is on offer
- The 12-month non-ongoing contract, with possible extensions.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and highly skilled team
- Competitive remuneration package
Security Requirements:
To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current Baseline Security Clearance.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB, Tuesday 29th July 2025.
Please call Kandice Halls on 0480 002 461 for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.