Economic Advisor, Performance Budgeting Frameworks

• Employment Type: Temporary
• Employment period: 12 months with possible extension
• Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 7/8
• Remuneration:  $113,574 - $125,720; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading
• Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
• Applications Close: Wednesday 11 February 2026 at 9:59am

Your day as an Economic Advisor

Your typical day-to-day work will include contributing to the work of the team by assisting, and where appropriate, leading in the delivery of high-quality research, advice and analysis to inform development and implementation of the NSW Performance and Wellbeing Framework. You will contribute, and where appropriate, lead strategic projects, research papers and/or budget paper products. The role involves a strong team focus and ability to build and maintain productive stakeholder relationships.

You will be joining our Economic Strategy & Productivity Group and will be working within the Centre for Economic Evidence Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.

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

Achieve success as Economic 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 will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in economics, public policy, law or another related field and/or relevant professional experience.
• Experience in developing advice and critically evaluating policy issues in a complex environment to generate insights and recommendations.
• Strong written and communication skills are crucial; and experience in excel.
• Familiarity with key metrics and methodologies used in assessing wellbeing and performance is highly regarded

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:

• develop expertise in wellbeing and performance evaluation frameworks.
• strengthen stakeholder engagement and collaborative policy development skills.
• enhance data analysis and critical reasoning for economic and policy advice.

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 & inclusion

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ 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 Natalie Wu [email protected].

Close of applications: 9:59am Wednesday 11 February 2026

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” below to start your application.