Senior Strategic Advisor

Join to apply for the Senior Strategic Advisor role at NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure In this permanent full‑time opportunity, you will support stronger decisions, enhance financial performance, and drive improved financial outcomes for the Department. The role is located in Parramatta or Orange (all NSW locations considered). Salary ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super. Role Overview The Senior Strategic Advisor plays a key role in delivering insights, advice and strategic financial support for the Department. You’ll dive into complex financial information, lead strategic projects, and prepare high‑quality analysis and communications that support better decision‑making for the Office of the Chief Financial Officer and senior executives. This role requires independent work, integrity, and the ability to give clear, well‑reasoned advice in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities. Responsibilities Advanced analytical skills with the ability to pressure test and interpret financial information, identify trends, assess risks and prepare high‑impact advice and briefings for senior executives. Confidence managing competing and short deadlines while maintaining accuracy, impartiality, professionalism and confidentiality. Excellent communication skills, translating complex financial concepts into plain English for a variety of audiences. Proven ability to influence, negotiate and build strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders across all levels. High levels of self‑management, initiative and professional integrity, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Manage strategic financial project delivery, including research, design, and development, with ongoing compliance for better business processes to capture/use information in partnership with the team and other stakeholders. Sound understanding of financial processes, accounting standards and public sector financial requirements, supported by relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience. Relevant tertiary qualifications with membership to a recognised professional accounting organisation such as CPA Australia or similar, or eligibility for membership and a commitment to progression accordingly, or extensive relevant experience. What’s in it for me? Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long‑term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives such as flex leave and access to support programs. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed. About us The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the livability and prosperity of NSW. We create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively; and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high‑performing, world‑class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. Application details Applications close Sunday, 14 December 2025 at 11:55PM Should you require further information about the role please contact Brielle Hardstaff, Manager Strategic Advice on Please note that the Department will be closed for the Christmas and New Year period and will reopen on 12 January 2025. Recruitment activities for this role will formally commence when we return on 12 January 2025. Applicants are welcome to submit their applications during this period, and we will review them once business resumes. Eligibility To be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the appointment. Accessibility & Disability Accommodation We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02)   – HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference ‘Request an Adjustment – Job Title and Reference Number’. Aboriginal Applicants Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn. Senior Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Finance Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr