Senior Policy Officer | National Medical Association
- Brisbane CBD, 4000, QLD| Full-time, Permanent
- Hybrid Working (WFO & WFH) | NFP
- $115k - $135k + Super (depending on experience)
- Policy with a strong focus on accreditation, compliance and analysis
This national medical college sets and maintains professional and training standards across the Australian healthcare system. With a large and diverse membership base, it leads work in education, accreditation, policy and advocacy, underpinned by a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Policy and Advocacy Manager, this role sits at the centre of policy and accreditation activity, supporting high standards across programs and operations. You will lead regulatory and accreditation policy work, contribute to broader analysis and submissions, and work closely with senior leaders, committees and external stakeholders to ensure requirements are consistently developed and applied.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead accreditation and regulatory reporting, including submissions and responses to external bodies.
- Interpret accreditation standards and translate requirements into clear organisational guidance.
- Analyse policy issues and external developments and assess implications for practice and priorities.
- Prepare high-quality briefs, reports and policy submissions.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date policy documentation aligned with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate information across teams and committees to brief senior leaders and governance bodies.
- Engage with external regulators and stakeholders to support effective accreditation and compliance outcomes
- Experience in policy, regulatory, accreditation or compliance roles within health, education or a similar regulated environment.
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to tailor content for different audiences, including regulators, executives and internal stakeholders.
- Experience working to fixed regulatory timeframes and managing competing priorities.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, structured responses.
- Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and obtaining information as required.
- A methodical and organised approach with strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with accreditation or regulatory frameworks is highly regarded.
- Contribute to meaningful work within a respected health organisation.
- Join a collaborative, close-knit policy team with strong visibility across the business.
- Enjoy hybrid flexibility and a supportive, outcomes-focused culture.
- Play a key role in shaping policy and accreditation outcomes.
- Work alongside professionals committed to collaboration and continuous improvement.
For a confidential discussion, contact Lily Bates at lily.bates@beaumontpeople.com.au or 02 9093 4908 .
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