Senior Associate Governance and Projects

Financial Management and Services

Employment Type: Ongoing

Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 09/10

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

Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available

Applications Close: Friday, 26 September 2025 at 9:59am

Role impact & contribution

The Senior Associate Governance and Projects role sits within the Sustainable & Impact Investment, and Governance team. In this role you will be agile and responsible for working closely with teams and senior leaders across Treasury and other government entities to drive strategic reforms in the State Budget processes, budget and balance sheet frameworks and support the management of the Asset and Liability Committee’s governance, operational and strategic requirements. You will support the delivery of key projects and project change management whilst operating in an agile cross-disciplinary team to provide strategic, operational, financial, risk management and governance support.

Proactively building robust relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders is paramount, as is your contribution to improving the delivery of outcomes across the NSW Government through effective communication, collaboration, and advocacy with Treasury teams and agency counterparts.

You will be joining our Climate Change and Balance Sheet Group and will be working within the Financial Management and Services Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.

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

Achieve success as Senior Associate Governance and Projects

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:

Understanding of public sector financial management and policies. An understanding of NSW Government’s Prime system and workflow management system is desirable.

Demonstrated ability to communicate policy, financial and/or economic analysis clearly and effectively (verbally and in writing).

Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritise tasks effectively and ask for support when needed.

Strong project management skills demonstrating the ability to deliver agreed outcomes on time, on budget, and to quality standards, and demonstrated time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands.

Ability to understand financial frameworks and undertake financial modelling and scenario analysis to provide robust advice.

Ability to adapt to and thrive in a continuously changing business and policy environment.

Experience using data analysis tools such as Excel, PowerBI, and PowerQuery is welcomed.

Demonstrated ability to exercise influence in dealings with external stakeholders, and strong interpersonal skills.

Tertiary qualifications in public policy, risk management, finance, law or other relevant areas are highly regarded.

Satisfactory employment screening checks.

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:

Thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.

Handle sensitive and confidential matters in a complex environment with competing priorities.

Deliver outcomes while resolving diverse challenges and building strong working relationships in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting.

Adapt to shifting priorities and navigate ambiguity and incomplete information with confidence.

Influence governance frameworks and strategic direction while balancing stakeholder interests and championing Treasury’s position.

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 and cover letter 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 Brie Spurr [email protected].

Close of applications: 9:59am 26/09/2025

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply” below to start your application.