Premier's Department
Project and Business Support Officer
You. At the centre of big ideas.
* Deliver timely and accurate business coordination, administrative support, and project delivery services to support the effective operation of the Finance & Operations Branch
* Demonstrate your agility and adaptability in a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment
* Ongoing Clerk Grade 7/8 opportunity ($113,574 - $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) based in Martin Place, Sydney.
Expressions of interest are invited from ongoing employees within the NSW Public Sector who wish to be considered for this opportunity.
About the Role
As the Project and Business Support Officer, you will monitor and resolve complex and sensitive, including escalated, enquiries; develop, review and maintain compliant administrative systems, processes and policies; create and distribute up-to-date branch communications; and deliver one-off projects while coordinating Finance and Operations meetings to support business outcomes.
You will join the Corporate Services Group, within the Finance and Operations team.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
* Issue and Enquiry Management: Monitor, investigate and resolve complex and sensitive enquiries, including escalated matters, to ensure timely and effective outcomes.
* Records of Governance and Compliance: Develop, implement, review and maintain administrative systems, processes and policies to ensure compliance with agency standards and procedures.
* Communication and Engagement: Create, coordinate and distribute accurate and timely branch communications to ensure information remains current and relevant.
* Project and Operational Delivery: Execute one-off projects and initiatives for senior leadership, coordinate Finance and Operations meetings, and support the achievement of business outcomes.
* Executive Support and Reporting: Prepare high‐quality correspondence, briefs, reports, agendas, minutes and presentations; provide analysis, recommendations, project documentation and complex diary management to support informed decision‐making.
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 essential requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Closing date: Wednesday 8 April 2026 (9:59AM)
Salary: Classification Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574 - $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Helen Vallance, Executive Director, Finance and Operations
About the Premier's Department
Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department,
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 Premier's Department 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 temporarily activated for opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.