The Cabinet Office
Executive Officer and Practice Manager
You. At the centre of big ideas.
* Lead executive operations and legal practice management supporting the Deputy Secretary and senior executives across a dynamic central agency.
* Seeking a strategic, operational, people leader who enjoys working in a complex environment.
* Ongoing, Clerk Grade 11/12 ($149,739 - $173,174 per annum) opportunity based in Martin Place, Sydney.
About the Role
The Executive Officer and Practice Manager provides high-level executive support to the Deputy Secretary and senior executive team within the Office of General Counsel. The role leads and coordinates strategic projects, executive operations and legal practice management to ensure the effective delivery of legal advice and services. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy in a fast-paced, complex environment, managing sensitive matters and competing priorities while driving continuous improvement.
In this role, you will oversee executive and legal practice processes, manage resources and systems, and support best‐practice governance and operational decision‐making across the Group. You will build strong collaborative relationships across The Cabinet Office, Ministers' Offices and key stakeholders to ensure timely, high‐quality advice and outcomes.
You will join the Office of General Counsel within The Cabinet Office, a central agency at the heart of NSW Government decision‐making.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
* Communication Skills: Ability to provide clear, credible and well‐judged advice to senior executives and engage confidently with Ministers' Offices and stakeholders on complex matters.
* Problem Solving: Demonstrated capacity to analyse complex, sensitive and competing issues, consider broader context, and develop practical, timely solutions.
* Project Management: Experience leading and coordinating strategic projects, improving systems, processes and governance to support effective service delivery.
* Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Strong relationship‐building skills with the ability to work across diverse teams, influence outcomes and support an integrated approach to legal and executive operations.
* Legal and Governance Capability: Sound understanding of government legal environments, legal practice management or governance frameworks, with the ability to support high‐quality and consistent legal service delivery.
* Manage and Develop People: Capability to lead, support and develop staff, set clear expectations, and create a culture of accountability, collaboration and resilience.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
* Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
* Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
* Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
* Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
* Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
How to Apply
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
* A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
* A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Closing date: Thursday, 23 April 2026 (9:59 AM)
Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($149,739 - $173,174) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Mark Hare, Deputy Secretary, General Counsel. For recruitment enquiries please contact the Talent Team at
About The Cabinet Office
Leading policy, strategy and integrity from the heart of government
The Cabinet Office (TCO) enables robust Cabinet decision-making by ensuring policies and proposals submitted for consideration are of the highest quality and in line with government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at The Cabinet Office.
Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.
The Cabinet Office acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
Additional Information
Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at, or reaching out to the hiring manager.
Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.