We are Crestview Strategy, a global public affairs firm with offices in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia and the Gulf. We help organisations navigate political and regulatory environments, engage with government, and position themselves for long-term success across sectors including energy, infrastructure, health, and technology.
We are seeking a Consultant to work across government grants and public affairs, supporting clients on funding opportunities while contributing to broader engagement with government and policy.
At Crestview, you will be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team with opportunities to work across international markets and contribute to work that sits at the intersection of policy, politics and commercial outcomes.
The Opportunity
This role brings together two closely connected areas of work.
On one side, you will support clients to understand the policy environment, track political and regulatory developments, and engage with government in a way that is credible and effective.
On the other, you will work on grant and funding opportunities. Strong grants work is about telling a compelling story that connects what a client is trying to achieve with what government actually wants to fund.
The connection between the two is where the work becomes interesting. Understanding government priorities, reading the policy environment and positioning a narrative clearly are what drive both effective engagement and successful funding outcomes.
Responsibilities of Our Consultants
• Support the development of grant and funding applications, including drafting, structuring and refining submissions
• Analyse grant guidelines and identify what matters from a policy and assessment perspective
• Translate client business cases into clear, compelling narratives aligned to government priorities
• Conduct research across policy, funding programs and industry sectors
• Support government relations work, including stakeholder mapping, policy analysis and briefings
• Manage multiple workstreams and deadlines, ensuring consistently high-quality output
• Contribute to business development and the growth of Crestview’s grants advisory capability
Our Ideal New Team Member
This role is suited to someone who is interested in politics, policy and government, and who enjoys structured, analytical work with a high degree of attention to detail.
You might be a lawyer who has decided not to practise and is looking to apply your skills in a more commercial or policy-facing environment. You might be a recent graduate who has spent time in government, a ministerial office, a think tank or a related field and is looking for something more dynamic. You might be early in your career and looking for a role that combines detailed written work with exposure to how decisions actually get made.
What matters most is not a specific background, but attitude. We are looking for someone who is curious, proactive, and willing to get stuck in.
You will bring:
• Strong writing skills and the ability to think in a structured and analytical way
• High attention to detail and comfort working in documents and written materials
• An ability to review qualitative and quantitative information sources, and synthesise relevant material into accurate and compelling narratives
• Interest in government, politics and public affairs
• Curiosity about how businesses operate and how they engage with government
• Organisation, reliability and the ability to work at pace
What We Offer Our Team
• Competitive total compensation package, including base salary and performance incentives
• Career development opportunities, including mentoring and exposure to senior practitioners
• The opportunity to work across both grants advisory and government relations
• Exposure to high-impact client work across multiple sectors
• Flexibility to work from home
Position Details
This position is hybrid and is based out of our downtown Sydney office.
All candidates must be based in Australia and legally eligible to work in Australia. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Inclusion
Crestview is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, family status, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please email [email protected] with your specific request, and we will work with you to support your needs.
AI in Hiring
As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help review and assess applications. These tools are used to support our hiring process and do not make employment decisions. Every application is reviewed by a person on our team.