Senior Manager, Government Affairs

Description Create your best future and join Westpac Government Affairs and Public Policy team as a Senior Manager Government Affairs Whats the role The Government and Industry Affairs team manages Westpacs engagement and collaboration with local state and federal policymakers and advocates for customer-focused policy change. This involves engagement with the Federal and State Governments Opposition Commonwealth Treasury and the Australian Banking Association. Your role will lead relationships with politicians develop an executive engagement strategy and coordinate Westpacs National Press Club sponsorship. It requires extensive external networking representing Westpac at events preparing CEO and executive briefings and providing political insights on key initiatives such as AI Digital and Core Banking projects. Specific Responsibilities : Working independently and with the Director of Government Affairs to ensure Westpac has strong relationships with key Federal and State Governments and policymakers. Supporting a variety of public policy engagements in partnership and collaboration with the banks business units to ensure Westpac contributes to the effective design of public policy for our customers and the sector. Developing and writing written responses to public consultations on public policy relating to the financial services sector. Monitoring communicating and anticipating material political developments. Representing the bank and the Government Affairs function at external functions meetings and events hosted by Governments or policymakers. Supporting the Government Affairs teams program of engagement and collaboration with state and federal governments and policymakers. What do I need You will have experience as a former government official or political staffer with a reputation for working collaboratively to proactively manage key political and policy issues at a senior level. You will bring significant experience in a relevant Government industry group or business exceptional organisational skills will underpin a proven track record of managing and briefing senior stakeholders and producing high-quality written briefings and submissions. You will possess a Bachelors degree preferably in Communications Political Science or Law and have a strong interest and awareness of politics and government experience in the financial services sector will be highly regarded. Your flexibility will also be required- 3 days in office / 2 days WFH and travel to Canberra on a regular basis is required for this role. If you have a passion and exposure to advocating for positive change in the financial services sector then we would love to hear from you Why join us We're obsessed with becoming our customers #1 banking partner for life and were looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that return were committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways were already doing that : Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands including generous employee-only mortgage rates Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work / life balance and a variety of leave options including Culture Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave. Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank. Lots of opportunities to give back to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives. Create your future today To get started simply click on the APPLY or APPLY NOW button We're all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone no matter your age gender background or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process you can find out more information and additional contact details by visiting the People with Disability and / or needing Accessibility Requirements page on our website. Key Skills Proofreading Adobe Acrobat FDA Regulations Manufacturing & Controls Biotechnology Clinical Trials Research & Development GLP cGMP Product Development Chemistry Writing Skills Employment Type Full-Time Department / Functional Area Corporate Affairs Required Experience Senior Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr