Industry Policy Coordinator
Racing Queensland | full-time
Brisbane, QLD
Premium
2 hours ago
Job Description
Reporting to the Industry Policy Manager, this role supports the development, review and
implementation of rules of racing and industry-related policies, procedures and guidelines across the
three codes of racing.
This role assists with research, drafting, consultation, stakeholder communication, implementation
materials and coordination and implementation support for rules and policy matters, including
support for the RQ Rules and Policy Panel and related industry engagement processes.
Job Responsibilities
Core Business Objectives
• Supporting RQ in creating, updating, and delivery of industry policies, procedures,
guidelines, and rules of racing across the three codes.
• Supporting the RQ Rules and Policy Panel by assisting with agendas, papers,
recommendations, action items, implementation documentation and follow-up actions.
• Assisting with research, evaluation and benchmarking of rules, policies, procedures and
regulatory models from Queensland, interstate and international racing jurisdictions.
• Assisting with consultation processes for proposed rule changes and policy initiatives,
including preparing consultation materials, stakeholder notices, explanatory documents and
summaries of feedback.
• Monitoring and responding to the policy inbox across the three codes.
• Assisting with consultation with industry participants and stakeholders to gather feedback,
identify issues and support informed policy, procedure and guideline development.
• Participating in relevant industry, internal and cross-functional meetings, including preparing
notes, minutes, action items and follow-up documentation.
• Supporting the delivery of RQ’s rules and policy positions through clear internal guidance,
explanatory materials and implementation support.
• Preparing and contribute to briefing notes, reports, implementation plans, correspondence,
policy documents and Board or executive papers as required.
• Working with relevant policy owners to coordinate the review and update of policies,
procedures and guidelines in accordance with scheduled review dates.
Stakeholder Objectives
• Coordinating with internal RQ stakeholders to ensure rules, policy and implementation work
properly considers operational impacts, compliance requirements and business needs.
• Liaising and consulting with the Racing team members and other business units as required
to ensure efficient outcomes across the organisation.
• Collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure diverse views and opinions are
obtained and considered across all policy/procedure/rule and related tasks.
• Contributing to effective communication strategies with both internal and external
stakeholders to achieve shared knowledge and insights of policies/procedures/rules and
related projects, and their deliverables.
Our People
• Working collaboratively to formulate and implement the organisation’s operational and
strategic objectives.
• Contributing to building a high-performance culture and participating in development.
• Ensuring performance objectives are achieved or exceeded and values-aligned behaviours
are demonstrated in all interactions.
Organisational Objectives
• Identifying emerging risks relevant to assigned rules and policy matters and assisting with
developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies in accordance with RQ’s risk
management framework.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, RQ policies and procedures, and ensure legal
and regulatory obligations are met.
• Demonstrating industry-centric service delivery and supporting outcomes that improve
industry sustainability.
• Ensuring the safety of self and others in accordance with applicable RQ guidelines and
relevant Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) legislation.
• Supporting RQ in creating, updating, and delivery of industry policies, procedures,
guidelines, and rules of racing across the three codes.
• Supporting the RQ Rules and Policy Panel by assisting with agendas, papers,
recommendations, action items, implementation documentation and follow-up actions.
• Assisting with research, evaluation and benchmarking of rules, policies, procedures and
regulatory models from Queensland, interstate and international racing jurisdictions.
• Assisting with consultation processes for proposed rule changes and policy initiatives,
including preparing consultation materials, stakeholder notices, explanatory documents and
summaries of feedback.
• Monitoring and responding to the policy inbox across the three codes.
• Assisting with consultation with industry participants and stakeholders to gather feedback,
identify issues and support informed policy, procedure and guideline development.
• Participating in relevant industry, internal and cross-functional meetings, including preparing
notes, minutes, action items and follow-up documentation.
• Supporting the delivery of RQ’s rules and policy positions through clear internal guidance,
explanatory materials and implementation support.
• Preparing and contribute to briefing notes, reports, implementation plans, correspondence,
policy documents and Board or executive papers as required.
• Working with relevant policy owners to coordinate the review and update of policies,
procedures and guidelines in accordance with scheduled review dates.
Stakeholder Objectives
• Coordinating with internal RQ stakeholders to ensure rules, policy and implementation work
properly considers operational impacts, compliance requirements and business needs.
• Liaising and consulting with the Racing team members and other business units as required
to ensure efficient outcomes across the organisation.
• Collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure diverse views and opinions are
obtained and considered across all policy/procedure/rule and related tasks.
• Contributing to effective communication strategies with both internal and external
stakeholders to achieve shared knowledge and insights of policies/procedures/rules and
related projects, and their deliverables.
Our People
• Working collaboratively to formulate and implement the organisation’s operational and
strategic objectives.
• Contributing to building a high-performance culture and participating in development.
• Ensuring performance objectives are achieved or exceeded and values-aligned behaviours
are demonstrated in all interactions.
Organisational Objectives
• Identifying emerging risks relevant to assigned rules and policy matters and assisting with
developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies in accordance with RQ’s risk
management framework.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, RQ policies and procedures, and ensure legal
and regulatory obligations are met.
• Demonstrating industry-centric service delivery and supporting outcomes that improve
industry sustainability.
• Ensuring the safety of self and others in accordance with applicable RQ guidelines and
relevant Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) legislation.
Job Requirements
Experience and Skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing
correspondence, briefing notes, reports, consultation materials, policies, procedures or rules
in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake research, analysis and benchmarking to support
evidence-based policy and rule development.
• Ability to coordinate consultation, document feedback and communicate clearly with
internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience supporting projects or policy matters involving multiple stakeholders, operational
considerations and implementation requirements.
• Ability to identify risks, issues and practical implementation considerations and escalate
matters appropriately.
• Sound judgement, tact and professionalism when dealing with sensitive, complex or
contested matters.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, organise work effectively and maintain accurate
records and project documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in drafting, reviewing and
maintaining documents.
• Knowledge and understanding of the racing industry, or similar regulated sectors, is
desirable.
Qualifications
• A tertiary qualification in law, policy, business or a related field; or
• Commensurate demonstrated experience in a similar role.
Special Requirements and Working Conditions
• May be required to work on weekends and extended hours when reasonably required.
• Must hold a current driver’s licence.
• Intrastate travel may be required.
• May be required to undergo a criminal history check.
• Must have the right to work in Australia.
Benefits and Perks
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth and work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements, paid parental leave, leadership and talent development programs and ongoing performance and career development opportunities. We are committed to supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of our people through a range of health, wellbeing and education initiatives. Racing Queensland values diversity, equity and inclusion and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to contribute.
How to apply
To be considered for this opportunity click ‘apply now’ and submit:
• a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and relevant experience; and
• a current resume.
To view a position description please visit our website racingqueensland.connxcareers.com
If you have any questions about the position, please contact our People and Performance Advisor, Stephen Butler on 0421 150 488 or email sbutler@racingqueensland.com.au.
Applications will close at 9am Friday, 21st August, 2026.
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• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing
correspondence, briefing notes, reports, consultation materials, policies, procedures or rules
in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake research, analysis and benchmarking to support
evidence-based policy and rule development.
• Ability to coordinate consultation, document feedback and communicate clearly with
internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience supporting projects or policy matters involving multiple stakeholders, operational
considerations and implementation requirements.
• Ability to identify risks, issues and practical implementation considerations and escalate
matters appropriately.
• Sound judgement, tact and professionalism when dealing with sensitive, complex or
contested matters.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, organise work effectively and maintain accurate
records and project documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in drafting, reviewing and
maintaining documents.
• Knowledge and understanding of the racing industry, or similar regulated sectors, is
desirable.
Qualifications
• A tertiary qualification in law, policy, business or a related field; or
• Commensurate demonstrated experience in a similar role.
Special Requirements and Working Conditions
• May be required to work on weekends and extended hours when reasonably required.
• Must hold a current driver’s licence.
• Intrastate travel may be required.
• May be required to undergo a criminal history check.
• Must have the right to work in Australia.
Benefits and Perks
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth and work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements, paid parental leave, leadership and talent development programs and ongoing performance and career development opportunities. We are committed to supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of our people through a range of health, wellbeing and education initiatives. Racing Queensland values diversity, equity and inclusion and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to contribute.
How to apply
To be considered for this opportunity click ‘apply now’ and submit:
• a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and relevant experience; and
• a current resume.
To view a position description please visit our website racingqueensland.connxcareers.com
If you have any questions about the position, please contact our People and Performance Advisor, Stephen Butler on 0421 150 488 or email sbutler@racingqueensland.com.au.
Applications will close at 9am Friday, 21st August, 2026.
ABOUT Racing Queensland
Racing Queensland is the statutory body responsible for leading and supporting Queensland’s Thoroughbred, Greyhound, and Harness racing industries. With participants and stakeholders located throughout metropolitan, regional and rural Queensland, the racing industry makes a significant contribution to the State's economy and local communities. Racing Queensland works to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of the industry while delivering exceptional racing and event experiences.
