Senior Advisor (Data and innovation), Policy & Budget, Budget Management and Control

· Employment Type: Ongoing

· Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 9/10

· Remuneration: $129,464.00 - $142,665.00; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading

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

· Applications Close: Monday 15 September 2025 at 10:00am

Your day as a Senior Advisor (Data and innovation)

As a Senior Advisor (Data & Innovation), you will lead high-impact projects that harness data analytics, process innovation, and emerging technologies to improve budget decision-making and deliver better outcomes for the people of NSW.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams across NSW Treasury, including agency-facing teams, IT, and reform units, as well as stakeholders across the NSW public sector. Your insights will directly inform strategic advice to the Expenditure Review Committee of Cabinet, Treasury’s Leadership Team, and the Treasurer’s Office.

You’ll use tools like Snowflake, Power BI, Fabric, SQL, and Python to analyse large-scale financial datasets, identify trends, and generate insights. You’ll also explore AI-driven approaches to automate reporting, streamline workflows, and enhance Treasury’s analytical capability.

The Budget Management and Control team, recognised in the 2023 Treasury Awards for exceptional performance, is leading a high-profile upgrade of the State’s budget system, Prime. This program includes enhancements to budget processes, reporting, and analytics. A key initiative is to modernise how we use data, improving reporting, streamlining workflows, and enabling deeper insights through automation and advanced analytics.

This role contributes directly to Treasury’s digital vision and this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of data and decision-making at Treasury. You’ll be part of a high-performing team recognised for excellence and contribute to reforms that will have lasting impact across government.

You will be joining our Policy and Budget Group and will be working within the Budget Management and Control team as part of the Budget Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.

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.

Achieve success as Senior Advisor

We’re looking for someone who brings a mix of technical expertise, financial acumen, strategic thinking, and a passion for innovation. You don’t need to tick every box, but we value:

· Demonstrated experience in public sector budgeting, financial systems, and financial analysis, ideally within NSW or a comparable jurisdiction.

· Proven ability to work with large datasets, applying modelling techniques using SQL, DAX, and Power BI to generate insights and support decision-making.

· Experience identifying and implementing process improvements, including opportunities for automation and streamlining data workflows.

· A strong interest in AI-enabled solutions, with curiosity about how emerging technologies can enhance public sector decision-making, data use, and service delivery. Prior experience is not essential; what matters is a willingness to learn and experiment.

· Strong project leadership skills, with a track record of delivering reforms or initiatives from concept through to implementation.

· A collaborative mindset, with a desire to contribute to a high-performing, purpose-driven team.

· Proficiency with tools such as Python, Power Query, Power BI, and SQL, and a willingness to explore new technologies as they emerge.

· Tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience in accounting, finance, economics, data science, statistics, computer science, or a related discipline.

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:

· undertaking complex research, analysis and evaluation of data

· proactively building strong relationships and partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders

· improving the delivery of outcomes across the NSW Government with Treasury teams and agency counterparts

· delivering high-quality analyses and advice supporting and building Treasury’s capability and reputation

· leading the development of P&B skills, knowledge, and abilities to deliver Treasury Business Outcomes

· conveying accurate and complex analysis

· reconciling complex and conflicting data, drawing conclusions and clear recommendations to decision makers

· undertake other assignments as directed including participating in cross divisional/agency teams.

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.

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 Scott Walker, [email protected]

Close of applications: Monday 15 September 2025 at 10:00am

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” to start your application.