Do you like to see real results for your efforts? Do you want to contribute to meaningful outcomes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills can make a real impact? If this sounds like you, we have an exciting temporary opportunity for you to join our team as an Advisor (Legislation Services).

The Legislation Services team sits within the Cabinet, Legislation and Executive Services Unit in Governance, Corporate; and supports a range of legislation projects by delivering critical functions such as document review and preparation, project management, and liaison between internal divisions and key external agencies.

Job details

As part of the Legislation Services team, you will contribute daily to helping get new transport laws ready for Executive Council, Cabinet, and the Parliament; whether by advising on process at the early policy stage or doing quality assurance checks for documents progressing to Cabinet. You will help progress delegations of legislative power, as well as coordinate whole of department responses to local councils for State Interest Checks.

You will also help prepare materials for use by the Minister or the Parliamentary Committee. As well as:

• Assisting with the review and updating of legislation, including reviewing drafting instructions for subordinate legislation, and opening files with the Office of the Queensland Parliamentary Counsel.
• Providing professional and timely advice on the TMR legislative program and processes.

To thrive in this role, you will need excellent attention to detail, a commitment to excellence, the flexibility to juggle competing priorities, and the agility to switch between tasks with ease. As well as:

• Previous experience in a legislative or policy officer role will be highly regarded.
• Previous experience in processing legislative delegations will be highly regarded.
• Skilled in building positive working relationships, including the ability to work as part of a small team to ensure that business outcomes and deadlines are achieved.

Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.

For more information and how to apply, please see the role description.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/694626/26
Closing Date: Monday, 20 July 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• TMR Applicant Guide (PDF, 361KB)
  
  
  694626 26 Role Description (Word, 576KB)