Senior Advisor, Practice Development & Continuous Improvement

Senior Advisor Practice Development and Continuous Improvement Clerk Grade: 9/10 ($133,348 - $146,945 + Super) Employment Type: Temporary, up to 12 months Hybrid work arrangements (Office attendance required 2 – 3 days per week). Location: Parramatta, Gosford, Newcastle, other regional DCS office locations considered. This role sits within the NSW Fair Trading Division in the Practice Development and Continuous Improvement team. An exciting opportunity has arisen within NSW Fair Trading for a Senior Advisor Practice Development and Continuous Improvement. We’re seeking an experienced and motivated individual to lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of operational practices that support best practice, consistent, efficient, and compliant operational practices across the enterprise. You will play a key role in strengthening service quality and operational capability by designing and embedding standardised ways of working, tools, and guidance that align with legislative obligations. Be Part of the Future of Fair Trading At NSW Fair Trading, we’ve been on an exciting journey of transformation — reimagining how we deliver for the people and communities of NSW. Through our recent organisational realignment, we’ve built a new operating model designed to put customers at the centre of everything we do, strengthen our regulatory impact, and enable our people to thrive. We’re creating a more modern, responsive and risk-based Fair Trading — one that understands the needs of people and businesses, embraces collaboration and innovation, and delivers better outcomes across the rental, strata, property and consumer markets we serve. This next phase brings new and exciting opportunities to join us in shaping “the new way” — where you can help design smarter regulations, improve customer experiences, and make a real difference for the people of NSW. If you’re someone who: Thinks deeply about the needs of people and communities, Is motivated by great outcomes, not just processes, and Wants to be part of an organisation that’s transforming how regulation works — …then there’s a place for you in our future. Join us as we build a Fair Trading that’s fit for the future — one that’s customer centred, evidence driven, and proudly focused on public value. About the Role Support the design, development and implementation of best practice processes and practice guidelines by collaborating with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather insights and promote consistent, efficient, and compliant ways of working. Coordinate and facilitate Communities of Practice (CoPs) to support collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across operational areas. Research and analyse operational practices, industry benchmarks and legislative requirements to inform the development of consistent and compliant practice frameworks. Lead the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and practice guides, including visual tools, to support best practice consistent, efficient, and compliant operational practices across the organisation. Leverage research, insights, and quality assurance findings to identify opportunities for improving operational practices and ways of working, with a focus on enhancing efficiency, service quality, and compliance Contribute to the identification and assessment of inefficiencies and risks in operational processes to support the development of recommendations that enable best practice, improve consistency, efficiency, and compliance. To be successful in this role you will have: Strong experience in customer experience and project delivery. Expertise in designing, documenting and implementing end-to-end operational processes, including translating business requirements into practical workflows, procedures, tools and controls.ta Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Demonstrated ability to translate complex regulatory information into clear ways of working. Proven organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail. A collaborative approach and commitment to achieving quality outcomes. Essential Criteria Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in experience design, communication, or project management. Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement programs of work. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional proven ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. To apply Please submit a cover letter (no more than 2 pages), and CV (no more than 5 pages) outlining your experience and interest in the role