Principal Legislation Officer

Location : Perth Directorate :

RevenueWA Position number / Pool Ref number :

00033695 Work Type :

Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Closing Date :

2025-07-04 4 : 00 PM Attachments :

Principal Legislation Officer

Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 pa, PSCSAA 2024

Please note : As of 1 July 2025, all RevenueWA and procurement policy-related functions currently managed by the Department of Finance (Finance) will transition to the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), which will assume responsibility for these functions. This change will not impact this recruitment process or the status of any applications. However, please be aware that while Finance is currently managing this recruitment process, it will not be the employing authority for appointments commencing on or after 1 July 2025. From that date, DTF will be the employing authority.

By applying for this role, you consent to your application and related information being shared between Finance (newly named Department of Housing and Works from 1 July) and DTF as necessary to support the recruitment and employment process.

Join an innovative agency that values collaboration, growth and flexibility and improves the lives of Western Australians.

At Finance we are committed to delivering the best results for our customers. We provide strategic advice to government, build infrastructure projects, such as schools and hospitals, buy goods and services for government, collect the State’s revenue and support the Western Australian economy through administering grants and rebates.

Our values of clarity, empathy, growth and collaboration guide everything we do. We value diversity and encourage different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to making Finance the best place to work for everyone.

We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, and culturally and linguistically diverse people.

When you join us, you can enjoy a variety of benefits, including :

• flexible work options, including working from home up to 2 days per week.
• professional development, training, and on-the-job learning to advance your career.
• generous leave entitlements, which include 4 weeks annual leave, 3 public service holidays each year, accrued long service leave every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year. Access to cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• corporate discounts with selected health insurance providers and access to wellness programs.
• Opportunity to support our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) , Disability Access and Inclusion Plan, Finance Indigenous Network (FIN), Gender Equity Champions Group, and Youth Working Group.

About The Role :

The Principal Legislation Officer develops legislation and policy for the State taxes, royalties, and grant and subsidies schemes administered by the Commissioner of State Revenue, focusing on complex matters that require a deep understanding of the RevenueWA environment and a positive and effective focus on external customer relationships. The position provides leadership to and inspires excellence in the Legislation Services team by modelling Department of Finance values and aligning the team with departmental objectives, capability requirements and customer needs.

About You :

You are a values driven leader who has relevant experience in developing legislation and policy in a revenue administration context and ensuring the legislation is fit-for-purpose. You have experience in delivering Government priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Your high-level communication skills allow you to provide clear and concise advice, influence the design and development of legislation and build relationships with key stakeholders. You are able to critically analyse complex matters and clearly articulate the issues.

This position operates in the context of . This means that you will motivate and enable others to deliver high quality work. You will balance time between doing the work and coaching, guiding and developing others. This requires a significant shift in thinking from ‘doing’ to supporting others to ‘do good work’; and consideration of present and future needs when allocating time to the team and projects you lead. You will articulate how work is to be done, providing clear direction and feedback.

How to Apply :

If you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS Word or PDF format only :

1. A comprehensive CV that shows your skills, experiences and key achievements, including the contact details of two referees (with one being your current or most recent supervisor).

2. Cover letter of two (2) pages or less outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the position in the context of the essential requirements of the role and demonstrating leadership behaviours and alignment to our Values.

You will need to demonstrate your alignment to Finance’s Values throughout the process to be considered suitable.

Please ensure you apply before the closing deadline as we won’t accept late and incomplete applications.

Further Job-Related Information :

To assist you in preparing your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack, Job Description Form, and Leadership Behaviours. Additionally, the provides information on working in Western Australia. This includes guidance on applying for government sector jobs, industry insights, application tips, relocation resources, training opportunities, and apprenticeships.

Currently there is one (1) permanent full-time or part-time position available for filling. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to appoint to this advertised vacancy, it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the Agency within the next twelve (12) months on a full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and / or permanency.

Position Title Principal Legislation Officer Agency Department of Finance Salary Location Perth Unit / Division RevenueWA Branch Legislation Services Work Type Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00033695 Closing Date Position Title Principal Legislation Officer Branch Legislation Services Location Perth Work Type Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00033695 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Finance Description

Please note : As of 1 July 2025, all RevenueWA and procurement policy-related functions currently managed by the Department of Finance (Finance) will transition to the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), which will assume responsibility for these functions. This change will not impact this recruitment process or the status of any applications. However, please be aware that while Finance is currently managing this recruitment process, it will not be the employing authority for appointments commencing on or after 1 July 2025. From that date, DTF will be the employing authority.

By applying for this role, you consent to your application and related information being shared between Finance (newly named Department of Housing and Works from 1 July) and DTF as necessary to support the recruitment and employment process.

Join an innovative agency that values collaboration, growth and flexibility and improves the lives of Western Australians.

At Finance we are committed to delivering the best results for our customers. We provide strategic advice to government, build infrastructure projects, such as schools and hospitals, buy goods and services for government, collect the State’s revenue and support the Western Australian economy through administering grants and rebates.

Our values of clarity, empathy, growth and collaboration guide everything we do. We value diversity and encourage different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to making Finance the best place to work for everyone.

We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, and culturally and linguistically diverse people.

When you join us, you can enjoy a variety of benefits, including :

About The Role :

The Principal Legislation Officer develops legislation and policy for the State taxes, royalties, and grant and subsidies schemes administered by the Commissioner of State Revenue, focusing on complex matters that require a deep understanding of the RevenueWA environment and a positive and effective focus on external customer relationships. The position provides leadership to and inspires excellence in the Legislation Services team by modelling Department of Finance values and aligning the team with departmental objectives, capability requirements and customer needs.

About You :

You are a values driven leader who has relevant experience in developing legislation and policy in a revenue administration context and ensuring the legislation is fit-for-purpose. You have experience in delivering Government priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Your high-level communication skills allow you to provide clear and concise advice, influence the design and development of legislation and build relationships with key stakeholders. You are able to critically analyse complex matters and clearly articulate the issues.

This position operates in the context of . This means that you will motivate and enable others to deliver high quality work. You will balance time between doing the work and coaching, guiding and developing others. This requires a significant shift in thinking from ‘doing’ to supporting others to ‘do good work’; and consideration of present and future needs when allocating time to the team and projects you lead. You will articulate how work is to be done, providing clear direction and feedback.

How to Apply :

If you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS Word or PDF format only :

1. A comprehensive CV that shows your skills, experiences and key achievements, including the contact details of two referees (with one being your current or most recent supervisor).

2. Cover letter of two (2) pages or less outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the position in the context of the essential requirements of the role and demonstrating leadership behaviours and alignment to our Values.

You will need to demonstrate your alignment to Finance’s Values throughout the process to be considered suitable.

Please ensure you apply before the closing deadline as we won’t accept late and incomplete applications.

Further Job-Related Information :

To assist you in preparing your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack, Job Description Form, and Leadership Behaviours. Additionally, the provides information on working in Western Australia. This includes guidance on applying for government sector jobs, industry insights, application tips, relocation resources, training opportunities, and apprenticeships.

Currently there is one (1) permanent full-time or part-time position available for filling. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to appoint to this advertised vacancy, it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the Agency within the next twelve (12) months on a full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and / or permanency.

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