Principal Economist/Policy Analyst, Economic, Strategy & Productivity group

• Employment Type: Ongoing
• Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 11/12
• Remuneration: $145,378 - $168,130 plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading
• Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
• Applications Close: Wednesday 26 March 2025 at 9:59am

Role impact & contribution

The Federal Financial Relations branch within the Revenue Division plays a crucial role in advancing NSW priorities at the national level. It ensures the Federation supports NSW in improving residents' wellbeing by driving national productivity reforms and negotiating funding agreements.

The branch supports government decision-making, policy development, and provides strategic analysis and advice on federal financial relations. It focuses on researching, analysing, and advising on the distribution of the national GST pool and Australia's system of horizontal fiscal equalisation (HFE).

Additionally, it acts as a liaison between NSW Treasury and the Commonwealth Grants Commission, supporting annual GST determinations. As a Principal Economic Advisor, you will lead the delivery of high-quality economic advice and analysis related to HFE and GST, provide insights on financial and economic impacts, analyse reform priorities, and support stakeholder engagement and GST revenue forecasting.

You will be joining our Economic, Strategy & Productivity Group and will be working within the Revenue Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.

You can read more about the role in the role description here.

What you can bring to the role

In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Law, or relevant experience.
• Proven experience in providing strategic policy or commercial advice and/or economic analysis in a data-driven environment with a strong customer focus.
• Ability to motivate a team to analyse data, apply critical perspectives across diverse policy issues, and draw inferences to support policy advice and/or economic and revenue forecasts.
• Advanced communication skills to clearly convey technical and complex information and analysis to various audiences, including the Treasurer and senior executives, in appropriate formats (verbal, written, and visual).

What can you expect from us

The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.

Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include:

• Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks
• Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.
• Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training
• Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.
• Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.

Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you.

Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury

You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.

When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.

As you contribute your expertise, you’ll engage in continuous Professional Development, acquiring essential skills such as:

• Performing tasks accurately under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Resolving complex issues with incomplete information in a dynamic environment.
• Managing conflicting stakeholder interests

Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.

Interested in working with us

Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process:

• an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.
• complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.
• partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.

Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.

We embrace diversity

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales.

We currently hold the following accreditations as:

• a Disability Confident Recruiter with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers.
• a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices.

We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit: https://www.treasury.nsw.gov.au/about-treasury/careers-at-nsw-treasury

Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.

Any questions?

Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Natalie Wu [email protected].

Close of applications:9:59am Wednesday 26 March 2025

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” below to start your application.