Senior Business Partner
Role Title: Senior Finance Business Partner
Join the Finance Strategy team at Ministry of Health for an exciting Full Time Ongoing opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
As part of the Financial and Corporate Services Division in the Ministry of Health, the Finance Strategy team delivers budget, performance and related financial advice to Ministry of Health divisions and the Health System Support Group, as well as assistance with developing new Policy Proposals for the annual State Budget.
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity. Build your career in health finance and do meaningful work that will support the NSW health system and outcomes for all.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
The Senior Finance Business Partner is responsible for undertaking the financial evaluation of new policy measures and the development and revision of complex costings and funding methodologies to support executive decision-making and the delivery of strategic objectives. In addition to providing high quality expert advice and technical analysis, the role entails strong business partnering and collaboration with key stakeholders to improve financial performance and capability across the organisation.
Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location- 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
As a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will be:
- Providing high quality and evidence-based financial and economic advice to enable the robust evaluation of NSW Health cabinet submissions and business cases
- Undertaking finance business partnering, collaboration and engagement with Health policy areas related to funding strategies, investment priorities and fiscal sustainability
- Engaging with stakeholders to prepare, review and advise on complex proposals including providing financial and budgetary support
- Preparing high quality written and communication advice including briefs, letters and presentations
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Strong quantitative skills and capabilities, including economic and financial analysis and modelling, to help inform decision making and solve complex problems
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND demonstrate your ability by attaching response to the two target questions below.
Target Questions (1-2 pages)
- Describe your experience with using financial and economic analysis and/or evaluation to support decision-making, including on cabinet submissions or business cases. In your response, please include details on how you:
- Engaged with government guidelines and strategic priorities
- Consulted and liaised with stakeholders to understand strategic and operational objectives
- Utilised quantitative and qualitative tools to support your process and aid with problem-solving
2. Describe your experience with business partnering with key stakeholders. In your response, please include details on how you:
- Developed and managed these relationships, including engaging and communicating with your stakeholders on an ongoing basis
- Worked together with your stakeholders to achieve and deliver on strategic and operational objectives
- Managed situations with difficult stakeholders
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
For role related queries or questions contact Victoria Lui on Victoria.lui@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ580907.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Anu Kundu on anu.kundu@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 3 August 2025
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: 3 August 2025
