POLICY ADVISOR - OFFICE OF THE LORD MAYOR OF BRISBANE/CIVIC CABINET

Personnel Area: Governance & Legal Services

Branch: Lord Mayor’s Administration and Engagement

Work type: Full-time

Location: City Hall, Brisbane CBD

POLICY ADVISOR – OFFICE OF THE LORD MAYOR OF BRISBANE/CIVIC CABINET

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Lord Mayor of Brisbane’s team as a Policy Advisor.

Brisbane City Council is the largest local government in Australia with an annual budget of about $4 billion.

The Lord Mayor sets the strategic direction for Brisbane and this is delivered by Councillors who are members of the Establishment and Coordination Committee, also known as Civic Cabinet.

Chairs of Civic Cabinet cover a range of portfolios, including Infrastructure, Public Transport, Planning, Environment, Economic Development and Community Services.

We work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment where we engage with internal and external stakeholders on issues, policies and projects that are priorities of the administration.

As a Policy Advisor, you will be responsible for providing research and strategic advice on a range of issues to the Lord Mayor and Civic Cabinet. Your accountabilities include preparing briefings on issues, high-quality talking points and speeches, often under tight deadlines. You will also be a key liaison between the Lord Mayor’s Office, Councillors and Council Officers. 

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain professional relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement projects and policies.

Strong communication skills are key to this role, as is the ability to conduct research and evaluate information to provide strategic guidance. You will be required to work autonomously and as part of a team to ensure the completion of projects and individual responsibilities by the required deadlines. 

A salary package commensurate with your skills, experience and qualifications will be offered.

Previous experience working for an elected member at a Federal, State or local government level will be highly desired alongside knowledge of parliamentary procedures.

This role will require a Criminal History Check. 

How to apply: Click on the I’m Interested’ button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. 

More information: Please email Jennifer Gillard at jennifer.gillard@brisbane.qld.gov.au (no further role description is available)

Closing Date: Thursday 22^nd October 2026 at 11.55PM AEST