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.

To identify relevant issues, develop and advocate public policy positions that progress the Victorian Division’s policy and advocacy priorities.

• Proactively identify opportunities that further the organisation’s policy agenda.

• Secure the appropriate internal support to pursue policy efforts.

• Develop policy positions to put to state and local government incorporating strong member input.

• Responsibility for managing and attending designated member committees including production of agendas, minutes and other related materials.

• Oversee the research program for the Victorian Division, in consultation with the Deputy Executive Director.

• Identify and design policy-related seminars and events including member-only briefings and boardroom lunches.

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• 5+ years’ experience in policy and/or advocacy.
• Track record in pro-actively identifying issues that require organisation involvement.
• Demonstrated understanding of the political process and the strategic planning challenges facing Melbourne and VIC.
• Demonstrated ability to manage issues and projects.
• Demonstrated record of preparing structured reports and policy documents.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and negotiation 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, to work on your own with limited supervision.
• Ability to undertake multiple tasks at the same time and meet competing deadlines.
• Tertiary qualifications in one of the following: politics, law, planning, commerce, economics, communications 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 (2022-2023), 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 2022-2023 (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.

Property Council of Australia
Level 1, 11 Barrack Street
SYDNEY NSW 2000
P: 9033 1900
www.propertycouncil.com.au