Paul Edward McLeay (born 23 August 1972), a former Australian politician, was a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly representing the electorate of Heathcote for the Labor Party between 2003 and 2011.

[2] He is married to Cassandra Wilkinson, author, past president of FBi Radio and senior public servant.

Prior to entering politics, McLeay held the position of Assistant General Secretary of the NSW Public Service Association.

[citation needed] On entering Parliament, McLeay was appointed parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health and Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee.

McLeay was a Director of Engadine District Youth Services and President of the Bundeena volunteer fire brigade.