Associate Director, Cash Optimisation

Procurement Reform and Banking

· Employment Type: Ongoing

· Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 11/12

· Remuneration: $145,378 - $168,130; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading

· Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible & hybrid working options available

· Applications Close: Friday, 11 July 2025 at 9:59am

Role impact & contribution

Make a difference to the cash management approach for the State, one of Australia’s largest liquidity pools, and contribute to important budget outcomes.

The Associate Director Cash Optimisation role will drive the policy, strategy and processes for the State’s operating liquidity by working closely with internal and external stakeholders including NSW Treasury Corporation and State banking partners.

You will provide leadership and direction at a whole of government perspective to influence the efficient utilistion of cash and debt at scale, also leading the effective and efficient management of the State’s operating liquidity. Proficiency in using data will help you to develop trending models and other approaches to improve forecasting accuracy.

Proactively building robust relationships and partnerships will be your platform to enable the delivery of outcomes. Effective communication, collaboration, and advocacy with Treasury teams and agency counterparts is key.

You will be joining our Banking and Financial Services Division (BFSD) within the Procurement Reform and Banking Group. 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:

· Experience in budgeting, business performance, forecasting or analysis with a commercial or analytical perspective.

· Ability to influence the State’s strategy, define and maintain the liquidity management policy framework and operate the cash forecasting function through leadership of a small team.

· A desire to make a difference through reform, uplifting cash and liquidity performance analysis, growing stakeholder engagement, and establishing robust policy and governance structures and lead the change implementation.

· Willingness to improve liquidity management processes and systems in a multi-bank environment, ensuring data utilisation, compliance, and alignment with agency group requirements, Treasury goals, and State funding outcomes.

· Leadership of internal and external working and governance forums to identify and monitor significant budget or liquidity risks and opportunities, collaboratively developing mitigation strategies and pathways.

· Support the Director of Cash and Operations and BFSD colleagues, contributing to the broader goals of the Division, Group, and Treasury.

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 hybrid 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:

· Leadership and Team Management

· Financial Analysis and Reporting

· Policy Development and Governance

· Strategic Planning

· Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

· Professional Networking and Collaboration

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

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 Grace Senituli [email protected].

Close of applications: 9: 59am Friday, 11 July 2025

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” below to start your application.