Principal Policy Officer   

• At least one (1) ongoing, and possible fixed term, Principal Policy Officer positions Grade 5 in the Policy and Legislation Branch, Policy, Advisory and Legal Services Division
• Salary $113,022 plus 12% superannuation – VPS Grade 5
• Based in Melbourne CBD, with hybrid working opportunities

What we offer

The State Revenue Office is the Victorian Government's revenue management agency, administering a range of taxes, duties, levies, grants and subsidies.

We aim to develop our people to achieve great outcomes for the Victorian community. We offer flexible working arrangements and a workplace culture that is rewarding and productive, where contributions are valued and recognised, expectations are clear, and treatment is fair and equitable. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible and safe working environment. Find out more about working at the SRO at sro.vic.gov.au/careers, or via our LinkedIn page.

The opportunity  

The Principal Policy Officer's primary purpose is to assist with the legislative program of the SRO and contribute to the development of policy. The role may also include providing leadership, expertise and advice on revenue law and administration matters impacting the SRO, including matters relating to subordinate legislation, complaints, privacy, delegations and information requests.

Reporting to the Senior Policy Specialist, among other things, you will be responsible for:

• Contributing to the formulation of revenue policy proposals and programs.
• Providing high level advice on the development of new legislation or legislative amendments to stakeholders, including on Government, parliamentary and legislative processes.
• Assisting with the coordination and preparation of responses to Ministerial Correspondence.
• Providing parliamentary and ministerial support, including preparation of responses to Questions on Notice, Adjournment Debates, Questions without Notice, Constituency Questions and Possible Parliamentary Questions.
• Assist in mentoring junior staff.

Who we are looking for

To be successful in this role, you will have:

1.  Policy skills: Demonstrated experience in the development of policy proposals and programs and the provision of high-quality policy advice, preferably in a taxation environment.

2.  Legislative development: Demonstrated experience in developing legislation, preferably in a taxation environment, and an understanding of Government, parliamentary and legislative processes.

3.  Legislative interpretation and application: Demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of legislation, preferably in a taxation environment, and the ability to understand and apply legislation impacting the administration of taxation.

4.  Communication Skills: Demonstrated high-level communication (written, interpersonal and verbal), analytical, and problem-solving skills, including sound judgement and the demonstrated ability to negotiate and build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

5.  Organisational skills: Demonstrated high-level conceptual, analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills to ensure work is completed to business and legislative requirements, and ability to work within a small team environment.

How to apply

Submit an application via the ‘Apply now' button by 11.59pm Sunday 19 October 2025.

• You will need to upload a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria 1, 2 and 4 in the position description and
• a resume.

More information

You can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact Tim McIntosh, Manager Revenue Policy, on 03 9628 0439.

If you require any adjustments to assist you throughout the recruitment process or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, email HRServices@sro.vic.gov.au.

Please note,as part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those related to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history.

These roles may be subject to a probation period.