Associate Economist/Economic Analyst
Federal Financial Relations Team, Economic Strategy & Productivity Group

• Employment Type: Ongoing
• Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 3/4
• Remuneration: $82,193- $90,001; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading
• Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible & hybrid working options available
• Applications Close: Tuesday 19 November 2024 at 9:59am

Your day as an Associate Economist/Economic Analyst
Your typical day-to-day work will include contributing to high quality economic advice and analysis in relation to federal financial relations, horizontal fiscal equalization (HFE) and Goods and Services Tax (GST). This will primarily support the Federal Financial Relations branch, though may also support key forecasting work in the Revenue Forecasting and Analysis branch.
This role can include providing advice and research on policy, financial, and economic impacts of vertical fiscal imbalance (VFI) and HFE, analysing priorities for reform, and supporting engagement with Treasury, agency, and other jurisdictional stakeholders. This will include liaising with the Commonwealth Grants Commission as part of its annual work to determine GST distributions across states and territories. This role can also include understanding and supporting methods of forecasting GST revenue as part of the annual budget cycle.
You will be joining our Economic Strategy & Productivity Group and will be working within the Revenue Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.
You can read more about the role in the role description here.

Achieve success as an Associate Economist/Economic Analyst
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:
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 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:

• Gain a solid grasp of Treasury’s role, processes, and key relationships.
• Develop skills in meeting deadlines, handling competing priorities, and navigating complexity and uncertainty.
• Build awareness of public sector policy development, governing legislation, and budgetary processes.

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
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 Natalie Wu natalie.wu@treasury.nsw.gov.au.
Close of applications: 9: 59am Tuesday 19 November 2024
A concurrent search is also underway.
Click “Apply online” below to start your application.