Senior Advisor, Policy and Reform

· Employment Type: Temporary (with a view to be extended or opportunity to ongoing)

· Employment period: Up to April 2026

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

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

· Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available

· Applications Close: Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 9:59am

Secondment opportunities welcome from NSW Government Agencies.

Your day as a Senior Advisor

NSW Treasury offers an outstanding environment for career growth, professional development, and making a real impact on public policy. As a Senior Advisor in the Policy and Reform team, you’ll join a diverse group that leverages financial and non-financial performance data to deliver evidence-based reviews and strategic advice for senior decision makers. The team works across a broad spectrum of social and economic policy areas—including early childhood education and care, education, health, out of home care, criminal justice, Aboriginal outcomes, digital, skills, and customer service—using a whole-of-government approach to tackle complex challenges and recommend solutions for the NSW Government.

In this role, you’ll lead projects focused on developing and implementing policy, guidance, and strategies, while building expertise in qualitative and quantitative analysis. NSW Treasury is committed to investing in its people, offering flexible work arrangements, ongoing learning opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive culture. You’ll benefit from professional development, wellbeing programs, and the chance to collaborate with talented colleagues, all while contributing to outcomes that benefit the people of New South Wales.

You will be joining our Policy and Budget Group and will be working within the Policy and Reform 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

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 relevant fields which may include Business, Commerce, Law, Accounting or Economics.

· Demonstrated research, analytical, conceptual and strategic thinking skills.

· Experience in providing high quality policy advice.

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a team delivering outcomes to tight deadline.

· Excellent project management skills.

· A commitment to contributing to an inclusive culture and encouraging diversity of thought.

· Knowledge of public sector financial and performance management, internal audit and risk management, or governance and compliance issues and trends (desirable).

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:

· delivering clear, evidence-based advice on financial, economic, and policy issues across diverse social policy areas.

· conducting research and analysis to advise government on agency services, budgets, financial management, and performance, using financial modelling and benchmarking.

· leading the preparation of Ministerial briefs, correspondence, presentations, and reports.

· building strong relationships with agency and business contacts to support collaborative policy development and reform implementation.

· contributing to the broader goals of the Branch, Division, Group, and Treasury, supporting a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

· tackling complex challenges in a dynamic environment, developing innovative policy solutions and adapting to changing priorities.

NSW Treasury is committed to investing in its people, offering ongoing development, flexible work options, and a supportive, inclusive culture.

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.

· reference checks may be used as part of your ongoing evaluation and suitability for this position.

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: Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 9:59am

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” to start your application.