Senior Regulatory Officer
Harrison McMillan ·www.harrisonmcmillan.com.au
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An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced regulatory and policy professional to join a high-performing government-focused team in a senior role. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to legislative reform, strategic policy development, stakeholder engagement, and complex project delivery within a collaborative and flexible working environment.
About The Company
This organisation plays a critical role in protecting consumers, supporting businesses, and delivering regulatory and compliance services that contribute to fair and transparent outcomes across the community. Operating within a large government environment, the organisation is responsible for administering and supporting a broad range of legislation, regulatory frameworks, and consumer-focused initiatives.
With a strong focus on policy development, legislative reform, stakeholder engagement, and customer service excellence, the organisation works closely with government agencies, industry groups, and the wider community to deliver responsive and effective regulatory outcomes.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Manager, the Senior Regulatory Officer will provide high-level advice relating to operational policy, legislative interpretation, and regulatory reform initiatives. The role is responsible for undertaking detailed research and analysis, preparing high-quality reports, briefings, discussion papers, and correspondence, and contributing to the development of policy proposals and reform outcomes.
The successful candidate will engage and consult with a diverse range of stakeholders across government and industry, provide strategic advice and recommendations, and support the delivery of projects and initiatives within a complex regulatory environment.
About the Person
The ideal candidate will be a highly organised and analytical professional with exceptional written communication skills and experience working within policy, regulatory, legislative, or government environments. They will demonstrate a strong ability to research and analyse complex issues, prepare high-quality written materials, and provide advice and recommendations to a consistently high standard.
The successful applicant will have the ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and contribute to the development of practical and well-informed policy outcomes. They will demonstrate initiative, professionalism, sound judgement, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
For more information, please contact Tammy Aanderson on 0485 041 023 or Lazette Cahill on 0485 051 180
About The Company
This organisation plays a critical role in protecting consumers, supporting businesses, and delivering regulatory and compliance services that contribute to fair and transparent outcomes across the community. Operating within a large government environment, the organisation is responsible for administering and supporting a broad range of legislation, regulatory frameworks, and consumer-focused initiatives.
With a strong focus on policy development, legislative reform, stakeholder engagement, and customer service excellence, the organisation works closely with government agencies, industry groups, and the wider community to deliver responsive and effective regulatory outcomes.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Manager, the Senior Regulatory Officer will provide high-level advice relating to operational policy, legislative interpretation, and regulatory reform initiatives. The role is responsible for undertaking detailed research and analysis, preparing high-quality reports, briefings, discussion papers, and correspondence, and contributing to the development of policy proposals and reform outcomes.
The successful candidate will engage and consult with a diverse range of stakeholders across government and industry, provide strategic advice and recommendations, and support the delivery of projects and initiatives within a complex regulatory environment.
About the Person
The ideal candidate will be a highly organised and analytical professional with exceptional written communication skills and experience working within policy, regulatory, legislative, or government environments. They will demonstrate a strong ability to research and analyse complex issues, prepare high-quality written materials, and provide advice and recommendations to a consistently high standard.
The successful applicant will have the ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and contribute to the development of practical and well-informed policy outcomes. They will demonstrate initiative, professionalism, sound judgement, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-level advice relating to legislation, operational policy, and regulatory matters
- Conduct research and analysis to support legislative reform and strategic initiatives
- Prepare briefings, reports, submissions, correspondence, and Ministerial responses
- Manage projects and contribute to project planning, monitoring, and reporting activities
- Liaise and consult with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies
- Support policy development, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Monitor emerging issues and risks and recommend appropriate solutions and strategies
- Contribute to stakeholder engagement and communication activities
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- Demonstrated experience interpreting legislation and providing high-level policy or regulatory advice
- Exceptional written communication skills, including experience preparing reports, briefings, discussion papers, submissions, and formal correspondence
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to assess complex information and provide sound recommendations
- Proven ability to consult and engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Experience developing proposals, policy initiatives, or legislative reform recommendations
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments
- Experience managing or contributing to projects and strategic initiatives
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships
- Experience within government, regulatory, policy, or legislative environments will be highly regarded
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in law, public policy, project management, or a related discipline will be advantageous
For more information, please contact Tammy Aanderson on 0485 041 023 or Lazette Cahill on 0485 051 180
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The Senior Regulatory Officer role with Harrison McMillan is based in Adelaide, SA, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
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Yes — the Senior Regulatory Officer position at Harrison McMillan is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
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This is a full time position at Harrison McMillan.
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