Analyst, Investment Appraisal

New South Wales Premier's Department; Sydney; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Career Development

Work-Life Balance

Wellbeing Support

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

New South Wales Premier's Department invites applications for an Analyst, Investment Appraisal in Sydney. You will join the Investment Appraisal team to support government investment decisions across sectors and priorities, building business cases and economic appraisals.

You will quantify economic, social and environmental impacts, develop financial analyses and advise decision-makers. The role involves collaboration with economists and analysts to deliver robust, evidence-based insights.

Qualifications

• Experience in economics, cost-benefit analysis, business cases, program evaluation or policy analysis, ideally within government or a related consulting environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience developing financial, economic or quantitative models to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Ability to translate complex analysis into clear, concise and practical advice for non-technical audiences using plain English.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of business cases, cost-benefit analyses, economic appraisals and evaluation frameworks informing major government programs and policy initiatives.
• Develop robust Excel-based models and analyse complex economic and financial information.
• Collaborate in small project teams with economists and analysts and deliver clear evidence-based advice to decision-makers.

Skills

Economic analysis

Cost-benefit analysis

Excel modelling

Business cases

Policy analysis

Written communication

Self-management

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Excel

Job description

New South Wales Premier's Department – Sydney CBD NSW

• Influence major NSW Government investment and policy decisions
• Exciting opportunity for an Analyst, Investment Appraisal who thrives in transforming complex economic data into actionable insights that shape critical public policy decisions
• We are looking for a skilled professional who is eager to join a dedicated team with a proven track record in guiding transformative investments, collaborating with experts and stakeholders to develop innovative tools, and delivering advice that creates lasting public value
• Ongoing, Clerk Grade 7/8 ($116,981- $129,492) opportunity based in Martin Place, Sydney

Premier's Department

Analyst, Investment Appraisal

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Influence major NSW Government investment and policy decisions
• Exciting opportunity for an Analyst, Investment Appraisal who thrives in transforming complex economic data into actionable insights that shape critical public policy decisions
• We are looking for a skilled professional who is eager to join a dedicated team with a proven track record in guiding transformative investments, collaborating with experts and stakeholders to develop innovative tools, and delivering advice that creates lasting public value
• Ongoing, Clerk Grade 7/8 ($116,981- $129,492) opportunity based in Martin Place, Sydney

About the Role

You will join our Investment Appraisal team within the Economics and Analysis branch in Investment NSW. Operating as an in-house analysis and advisory team, we provide specialist economic, appraisal and evaluation expertise to support government investment decisions across a broad range of sectors and policy priorities.

As the Analyst, Investment Appraisal, you'll help government make informed investment decisions that deliver value for the people of NSW. You'll support the development of business cases, cost-benefit analyses, economic appraisals and evaluation frameworks that inform major government programs, projects and policy initiatives.

You will help put a dollar value on the economic, social, environmental and cultural impacts of government policies and proposals and contribute to the development of business cases and financial analyses. You will analyse complex economic and financial information, develop robust Excel-based models, undertake research and provide clear, evidence-based advice to decision-makers. Working within small project teams, you'll take ownership of your work while collaborating with experienced economists and analysts on a diverse range of high-profile projects.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

• Economic Appraisal and Analysis: Experience in economics, cost-benefit analysis, business cases, program evaluation or policy analysis, ideally within government or a related consulting environment.
• Financial and Economic Modelling: Advanced Excel skills and experience developing financial, economic or quantitative models to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Written Communication: Ability to translate complex analysis into clear, concise and practical advice for non-technical audiences using plain English.
• Self-Management and Initiative: A proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously, take ownership of deliverables and contribute effectively within small project teams.
• Fostering curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning: Support research projects that refine analytical methodologies, drive innovation, and elevate the quality of economic analysis and services.

This is an economics role. While you may not have direct experience in cost-benefit analysis, we're looking for people with strong analytical skills, relevant qualifications, and a genuine interest in applying economics to complex public policy challenges.

We value diverse experiences and career pathways. If you can demonstrate the capability to succeed in the role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement listed.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

Closing date

Sunday, 1 November 2026 (11:59 PM)

Salary

Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($116,981- $129,492) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading

Hiring Manager

Duncan Sandie, Associate Director via *************@investment.nsw.gov.au

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Reasonable Adjustments

The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at ***@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.