Job opportunity

Do you have experience analysing complex issues and preparing written reports? Are you highly organised, across topical issues affecting Western Australians and interested in gaining experience in a parliamentary environment? If so, you are invited to apply to the Legislative Council of Western Australia as an Advisory Officer. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to fill this unique and interesting role on an 18-month Contract basis.

Background

The Department of the Legislative Council supports five standing committees, two joint standing committees, and a select committee. These committees are made up of Members of Parliament and conduct inquiries in relation to current issues and important matters affecting our State. The Advisory Officer provides advice and support to one or more committees to assist them to undertake their important work.

What you'll do as an Advisory Officer

The Advisory Officer plays a vital role in advising a committee. You will be responsible for guiding an inquiry from beginning to end. You will provide advice on potential stakeholders and evidence, assist the committee with the conduct of hearings and deal with enquiries from diverse stakeholders.

You will:

• provide advisory support to committees engaged in inquiries on a diverse range of matters affecting Western Australia
• conduct research and prepare well-written reports on the topics under investigation
• analyse complex and competing arguments related to the inquiries
• demonstrate resilience and the ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously
• mentor other team members
• be self-motivated.

Reporting and Location

The position is based in the Legislative Council Committee Office, located in a new office building opposite Parliament House in West Perth. You will report to the Clerk Assistant (Committees) and assist at least one parliamentary committee.

Benefits of Working at Parliament

At the Parliament of Western Australia, we value our employees and are dedicated to providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment. The workplace benefits we currently offer include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Onsite parking
• Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Gymnasium facilities

The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions Equal Opportunity Employment. We’re committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that reflects us all, and to making Parliament an inclusive and supportive workplace, free of discrimination.

We encourage all suitable people of any age, sex, gender, family status or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including First Nations people, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with disability.

The attached job description form contains more information about the role.

Please direct any queries regarding the position to Grant Hitchcock, Clerk Assistant (Committees) on (08) 9222 7891 or e-mail ghitchcock@parliament.wa.gov.au.

How to apply
If you’re interested in applying, please send us:

• A completed application for employment form
• A response (in no more than four pages) addressing the selection criteria, as set out in the job description form.
• An up-to-date CV (no more than four pages) that clearly outlines your skills and experience as relevant to this position.

A job description and application form can be downloaded below. Applications must be emailed to hr@parliament.wa.gov.au by 4.00pm Friday, 1 May 2026.

Please note that you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a special category visa, to apply for this role.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact Human Resources on (08) 9222 7877.