Associate Director, Economic Policy

Premier's Department; Sydney; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Career development

Wellbeing initiatives

Diversity networks

Job summary

Premier's Department Associate Director, Economic Policy is responsible for leading high-impact economic research and shaping policy options to influence NSW Government decisions. The role requires strategic leadership to guide investment and industry policy across the state.

You will manage a team of economists, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and provide trusted advice to senior leaders to drive economic growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience applying economic principles and analyzing data to develop policy options.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams.
• Strong capability in policy development and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex economic research shaping NSW Government decisions.
• Identify risks and opportunities, translating insights into policy options.
• Provide trusted advice to senior leaders across government.
• Direct a team of economists delivering rigorous research.

Skills

Economic research

Leadership

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Premier's Department Associate Director, Economic Policy You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Lead high-impact economic research shaping NSW Government decisions
• Bring your economics expertise and strategic leadership to shape investment and industry policy
• Ongoing, Clerk Grade 11/12 ($154,231 - $178,369 per annum) opportunity based in Martin Place, Sydney

About the Role You will join the Economic and Analysis team within Investment NSW, where curiosity, innovation and analytical rigour, combine to deliver real-world outcomes for communities, businesses and regions across the state. As Associate Director, Economic Policy , you will lead complex research and analysis on issues that matter to the future of NSW. You'll identify emerging risks and opportunities. You'll shape policy options and provide trusted advice to senior leaders across government. Your work will help ensure investment, industry and economic policy decisions are grounded in rigorous analysis and real-world insights. This is an opportunity to lead a team of economists delivering research that influences policy, informs decision makers and helps drive economic growth across the state. To learn more about the role please review the Role Description .

We're Looking For

• Economic Research & Analysis: Demonstrated experience applying economic principles, conducting complex research and analysing data to develop policy options and recommendations
• Leadership & People Management: Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop high-performing teams while delivering quality outcomes in dynamic and fast-paced environments
• Strategic Policy & Stakeholder Engagement: Strong capability in policy development, project management and influencing stakeholders across government, industry and external organisations

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

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:

Monday, 28 September 2026 (11:59pm) Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($154,231 - $178,369) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading Hiring Manager: Angus Bristow, Director, [e-mail]

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 [e-mail] , 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.