Associate Director, Business and Skilled Migration
Australia · Hybrid
$154k–$178k/yr
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Associate Director, Business and Skilled Migration
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$154k–$178k/yr
Temporary, Full-time
Flexible working arrangements, Career development opportunities, Professional development, Wellbeing support, Employee assistance program, Fitness passport program
Posted 10d ago
Apply by Aug 18
~35 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Associate Director will lead the coordination and delivery of the NSW Skilled Migration Program and the Designated Area Migration Agreement. They are responsible for developing governance frameworks, managing stakeholder relationships, and providing strategic advice to senior executives and Ministerial offices.
Requirements
Candidates must demonstrate extensive experience in leading complex programs, including governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Additionally, they require strong knowledge of Australian migration policy and the ability to provide high-quality strategic advice to decision-makers.
Full job description
Premier’s Department
Associate Director, Business and Skilled Migration
You. At the centre of big ideas.
Lead NSW's skilled migration strategy and programs to address skills shortages across the State.
Use your leadership, stakeholder engagement and advisory expertise to drive impact.
TemporaryClerk Grade 11/12 ($154,231- $178,369) until July 2027, with potential opportunity to extend, based in Martin Place, Sydney.
Join Investment NSW to lead the delivery of the NSW Skilled Migration Program, helping address critical workforce needs and supporting economic growth through strategic partnerships, program management and policy implementation.
About the Role
As the Associate Director, Business and Skilled Migration, you will join the Priority Sectors and Skills team within Industry and Investment, Investment NSW. You will lead the coordination and delivery of the skilled migration visa program and drive development and implementation of the NSW Designated Area Migration Agreement, providing strategic oversight and program management to support workforce capability and economic growth across NSW. The role is responsible for developing governance frameworks, managing stakeholder relationships, overseeing funding arrangements, providing advice to senior executives and Ministerial offices, and ensuring successful program development and delivery in a complex policy environment.
You will work closely with government agencies, industry partners, business chambers, unions and peak bodies to identify opportunities, manage risks and deliver outcomes that support the State's workforce priorities.
Program Leadership & Delivery:Demonstrated experience leading complex programs or initiatives, including governance, risk management, performance reporting and stakeholder engagement to deliver strategic outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement & Influence: Strong experience building and managing relationships across government, industry and executive stakeholders, with the ability to influence outcomes in politically and commercially sensitive environments.
Migration Policy & Strategic Advice: Knowledge of Australia's migration programs and policy, with experience providing high-quality advice, briefings and recommendations to senior leaders and decision-makers.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Closing date: Tuesday, 18August2026 (9:59 AM)
Salary: Classification Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($154,231- $178,369) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
The Premier's Department leads the State's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier’s Department.
Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.
The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
Additional Information
Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.
Talent Pool:A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.
We are a team of more than 12,000 people, working together to provide services that improve the lives of our 8+ million customers across NSW. We are focused on delivering customer service, modern and strong regulation, along with meaningful digital reform for communities. DCS is a portfolio of more than 30 agencies, entities and business units, which makes our work incredibly diverse.
We are guided by our core values of integrity, trust, service and accountability. We offer flexible working, competitive pay and conditions, and support employee health and wellbeing.
Come join us and help influence the future of our great state.
Our community guidelines:
https://www.nsw.gov.au/customer-service/access-to-information/dcs-social-media-community-guidelines
Offices: 2-24 Rawson Place, Haymarket, NSW 2000, AU
We are a team of more than 12,000 people, working together to provide services that improve the lives of our 8+ million customers across NSW. We are focused on delivering customer service, modern and strong regulation, along with meaningful digital reform for communities. DCS is a portfolio of more than 30 agencies, entities and business units, which makes our work incredibly diverse.
We are guided by our core values of integrity, trust, service and accountability. We offer flexible working, competitive pay and conditions, and support employee health and wellbeing.
Come join us and help influence the future of our great state.
Our community guidelines:
https://www.nsw.gov.au/customer-service/access-to-information/dcs-social-media-community-guidelines
Offices: 2-24 Rawson Place, Haymarket, NSW 2000, AU