Salary: Level 4, $95,782 - $100,526 PA + Super (PSCA ****)
Location: Perth
Section/Team: Corporate Services
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Position No: ******
Closing Date: ************:30 PM
Enabling operational excellence through strategic support.
About the role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Business Support Officer to work in close partnership with the Executive Director Corporate Services (EDCS) and support the broader Corporate Services Section.
This is not a traditional administrative or secretariat role – this is a pivotal position that contributes to the effective operation and continuous improvement of the Corporate Services function.
Key responsibilities include:
Strategic partnership: Collaborate directly with the EDCS, acting as a trusted partner to drive business management initiatives and support the achievement of strategic objectives.
Operational contribution: Assist the EDCS in drafting correspondence to internal and external stakeholders, developing and streamlining business processes, and preparing high-quality reports, papers, and documentation.
Stakeholder engagement: Liaise with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate communication and information flow.
Business reporting and analysis: Coordinating and collate business reporting, undertake research and analysis, and contribute to the development of solutions for complex business challenges.
Continuous improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for process enhancement and operational efficiency within Corporate Services.
Leadership behaviors: Demonstrate personal leadership, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering value for the future of the State Solicitor's Office.
The role requires sound judgement, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with professionalism.
You will be empowered to make a real difference by supporting the EDCS in both strategic and operational domains.
About us
The State Solicitor's Office (the Office) enables and supports public centre action by being a centre of excellence in areas of law important to the state.
You can find more about the Office, its functions and key contributions.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact SSOHR at for a confidential discussion.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate:
Executive and Administrative Skills – Proven ability to provide executive support in dynamic environments, with well-rounded organisational skills and the capacity to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills – Demonstrated capability to research issues and develop practical solutions within a government or corporate context.
Professionalism and Government Acumen – Professional discretion in handling sensitive matters, and sound knowledge of Ministerial and Government processes.
Collaboration and Communication – Proven ability to build productive relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF)
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