Job Description
As a Policy Officer you will be a key member of the Policy and Legislation Division which serves to apply, review and appropriately maintain Queensland's revenue legislation and provide reliable revenue policy advice to the Queensland Government.
Your typical day as a Policy Officer may include:
· Reviewing submissions from taxpayers, grant applicants and advisors, researching and analysing the relevant legislation and policy, and providing advice in the form of briefing notes to the Under Treasurer and Commissioner of State Revenue.
· Considering policy proposals from Queensland Government agencies and providing advice to the Senior Executive Team on any implications on state revenue legislation or administration.
· Preparing responses to correspondence received by the Treasurer, Under Treasurer or Commissioner of State Revenue/Registrar, State Penalties Enforcement Registry.
· Working with operational teams across the Queensland Revenue Office and policy teams in Queensland Treasury to resolve a range of issues, including assisting with research on novel or emerging tax policy issues.
You will be supported by a positive, constructive, team and divisional leaders as you do your work.
Key accountabilities include:
-Collaborate with team members in the development of policy proposals in relation to Queensland revenue laws to deliver a simple, efficient, and equitable revenue system.
-Analyse and reviewing the application of Queensland revenue laws and other relevant legislation to changing commercial circumstances (including opportunities for revenue avoidance and evasion)
-Identify provisions which require amendment and make appropriate submissions.
-Collaborate with team members in the development and drafting of revenue legislation.
-Analyse and compare revenue legislation of other jurisdictions for continuous improvement.
Queensland Treasury is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process. The methods used in the recruitment for a role may vary, but the sorts of processes used may include: application form, resume and cover letter, online cognitive testing, work test, written response task, assessment centre, in-person or video interview.
We welcome applicants to share with the contact officer any health condition, disability, and/or cultural/linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process.
If you are interested in this role - click 'Apply' to be redirected to the full advertisement including role description and contact details.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/586658/24
Closing Date: Friday, 6 September 2026
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Your typical day as a Policy Officer may include:
· Reviewing submissions from taxpayers, grant applicants and advisors, researching and analysing the relevant legislation and policy, and providing advice in the form of briefing notes to the Under Treasurer and Commissioner of State Revenue.
· Considering policy proposals from Queensland Government agencies and providing advice to the Senior Executive Team on any implications on state revenue legislation or administration.
· Preparing responses to correspondence received by the Treasurer, Under Treasurer or Commissioner of State Revenue/Registrar, State Penalties Enforcement Registry.
· Working with operational teams across the Queensland Revenue Office and policy teams in Queensland Treasury to resolve a range of issues, including assisting with research on novel or emerging tax policy issues.
You will be supported by a positive, constructive, team and divisional leaders as you do your work.
Key accountabilities include:
-Collaborate with team members in the development of policy proposals in relation to Queensland revenue laws to deliver a simple, efficient, and equitable revenue system.
-Analyse and reviewing the application of Queensland revenue laws and other relevant legislation to changing commercial circumstances (including opportunities for revenue avoidance and evasion)
-Identify provisions which require amendment and make appropriate submissions.
-Collaborate with team members in the development and drafting of revenue legislation.
-Analyse and compare revenue legislation of other jurisdictions for continuous improvement.
Queensland Treasury is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process. The methods used in the recruitment for a role may vary, but the sorts of processes used may include: application form, resume and cover letter, online cognitive testing, work test, written response task, assessment centre, in-person or video interview.
We welcome applicants to share with the contact officer any health condition, disability, and/or cultural/linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process.
If you are interested in this role - click 'Apply' to be redirected to the full advertisement including role description and contact details.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/586658/24
Closing Date: Friday, 6 September 2026
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Policy Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Brisbane offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.