Economist/Policy Officer (Multiple Roles)

Market & Regulation Division, Economic Strategy & Productivity Group

· Employment Type: Ongoing & Temporary employment for a period up to 2 years.

· Classification / Grade: Clerk Grade 7/8

· Remuneration: $110,266 - $122,058; plus Superannuation and Leave Loading

· Location: Sydney CBD, flexible working options available

· Applications Close: Tuesday 8 July 2025 at 9:59am

Your day as an Economist/Policy Officer

The Competition & Regulatory Policy & Productivity Reform teams are recruiting for the following roles:

· Economist/Policy Officer. Please access the role description for more information.

Clerk Grade 7/8 (Salary Range: $110,266 - $122,058 plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

As an Economist or Policy Officer, you’ll join one of two high-impact teams within the Economic Strategy & Productivity Group: the Productivity Reform team or the Competition & Regulatory Policy team. Both teams play a central role in shaping the future of NSW’s economy through rigorous, evidence-based policy development that informs government decision-making. Read more about your future Group and Division.

You’ll tackle some of the most pressing and complex policy challenges facing NSW – from housing and infrastructure to education and regulation. You’ll be encouraged to think critically and creatively about how to improve economic outcomes and public value, using robust evidence and persuasive analysis to drive meaningful reform.

Across both teams, you’ll be exposed to a wide range of policy areas and analytical challenges. Recent and ongoing projects include:

National Competition Policy Reform: Collaborating with other jurisdictions to advance a decade-long reform program aimed at boosting competition, improving consumer choice and lowering prices across Australia

Housing Supply and affordability: Contributing to landmark reports such as the Review of Housing Supply Challenges and Policy Options for New South Wales, and Building More Homes Where People Want to Live research series.

Smarter regulation: Encouraging continuous improvement approach to regulation to improve outcomes (Smarter Regulation Through Experiments) and seizing opportunities from new technologies (Regulating Emerging Technologies).

· Achieving Net Zero: Supporting NSW’s transition to a low-emissions economy through the Achieving Net Zero research series, which outlines cost-effective, productivity-enhancing pathways to meet the state’s climate targets.

Your work will involve:

· engaging with a wide range of policy areas and stakeholders

· conducting high-quality economic analysis and policy evaluation

· communicating your findings clearly and persuasively to senior decision-makers.

This is a role for curious, analytical thinkers who want to make a tangible impact. If you’re passionate about using economics to solve real problems and improve lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Achieve success as an Economist/Policy Officer

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.

You will be successful in this role if you have:

· knowledge of and/or professional experience in economics, econometrics, statistics, public policy, law, or another relevant field

· the ability to analyse data, models and apply critical reasoning across diverse policy issues to support economic and/or policy advice in consultation with senior staff

· professional experience developing and communicating advice and analysis on micro-economic reform, competition policy, regulatory policy, cost-benefit analysis or developing policy frameworks

· experience with statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, Python) is highly regarded but not essential; depending on the role, you should be open to developing proficiency in R

· relevant tertiary qualifications are highly regarded but not essential if knowledge / experience can otherwise be demonstrated.

Investing in you

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:

· how to manage & de-escalate difficult conversations

· mastering the arts of negotiation & conflict resolution

· time and self-management.

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

· 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 Tuesday 8 July 2025

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” below to start your application.