Job Description
Premier’s Department
Associate, Operations
You. At the centre of big ideas.
Play a key role in driving cross-agency projects at the heart of government
Bring your data, finance, and project skills to our high-performing Workplaces team
Ongoing Clerk Grade 7/8 role, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD
About the Role
Ready to take on a role where no two days are the same - and your work truly matters?
As our Associate, Operations, you’ll support the delivery of property operations across government workspaces. You’ll take ownership of key processes like vendor payments, invoice reconciliations, and month-end financials, while also contributing to broader organisational change initiatives.
You’ll join the Workplaces team in the Finance and Operations branch - a collaborative group that supports the daily running of government spaces. Whether it’s streamlining internal processes or supporting new projects, your work will help keep things moving behind the scenes.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, understands financial systems, and is comfortable juggling the day-to-day while keeping an eye on the big picture. If that sounds like you - we’d love to hear from you.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
We’re after someone with a mix of experience, energy, and curiosity - someone who sees operations to make a real impact.
Process & Financial Operations: Demonstrated experience with SAP, reconciliations, and month-end reporting, along with a focus on continuous improvement
Data & Analysis: Experienced in Excel and reporting tools, with an eye for detail and a knack for turning data into insights
Problem Solving & Creativity: Proven ability to think critically, troubleshoot effectively, and find smart solutions under pressure
Project Support & Prioritisation: Strong ability to manage competing priorities across multiple tasks and projects with the flexibility to work extended hours and weekends as required
Resilience & Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced environments, can adjust quickly to change, and stays calm under pressure
Motivation & Impact: A commitment to improving public services and making a difference for NSW communities.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
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 role’s essential requirements and focus capabilities (maximum 2 pages), including a written response to the target question below (maximum 2 pages):
Outline your experience in the management of financial tasks, using your Advanced Excel and SAP Gui skills, within an environment with diverse range of stakeholders including Executive, Ministry, The Cabinet Office, and various suppliers.
Closing date: Sunday, 15 June 2026 (+:5+ AM)
Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($110,266 - $122,058) plus superannuation (11.5%)and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Irene Prorellis, Associate Director, Workplaces on irene.prorellis1@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au.
About the Premier's Department
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 PCT@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, 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.
Associate, Operations
You. At the centre of big ideas.
Play a key role in driving cross-agency projects at the heart of government
Bring your data, finance, and project skills to our high-performing Workplaces team
Ongoing Clerk Grade 7/8 role, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD
About the Role
Ready to take on a role where no two days are the same - and your work truly matters?
As our Associate, Operations, you’ll support the delivery of property operations across government workspaces. You’ll take ownership of key processes like vendor payments, invoice reconciliations, and month-end financials, while also contributing to broader organisational change initiatives.
You’ll join the Workplaces team in the Finance and Operations branch - a collaborative group that supports the daily running of government spaces. Whether it’s streamlining internal processes or supporting new projects, your work will help keep things moving behind the scenes.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, understands financial systems, and is comfortable juggling the day-to-day while keeping an eye on the big picture. If that sounds like you - we’d love to hear from you.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
We’re after someone with a mix of experience, energy, and curiosity - someone who sees operations to make a real impact.
Process & Financial Operations: Demonstrated experience with SAP, reconciliations, and month-end reporting, along with a focus on continuous improvement
Data & Analysis: Experienced in Excel and reporting tools, with an eye for detail and a knack for turning data into insights
Problem Solving & Creativity: Proven ability to think critically, troubleshoot effectively, and find smart solutions under pressure
Project Support & Prioritisation: Strong ability to manage competing priorities across multiple tasks and projects with the flexibility to work extended hours and weekends as required
Resilience & Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced environments, can adjust quickly to change, and stays calm under pressure
Motivation & Impact: A commitment to improving public services and making a difference for NSW communities.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
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 role’s essential requirements and focus capabilities (maximum 2 pages), including a written response to the target question below (maximum 2 pages):
Outline your experience in the management of financial tasks, using your Advanced Excel and SAP Gui skills, within an environment with diverse range of stakeholders including Executive, Ministry, The Cabinet Office, and various suppliers.
Closing date: Sunday, 15 June 2026 (+:5+ AM)
Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($110,266 - $122,058) plus superannuation (11.5%)and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Irene Prorellis, Associate Director, Workplaces on irene.prorellis1@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au.
About the Premier's Department
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 PCT@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, 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.
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