Economic Analyst / Economist

NSW Treasury; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

35-hour standard weeks

Flex time accrual

Ongoing learning opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Paid parental leave

Carers leave

Job summary

NSW Treasury is seeking an Economic Analyst/Economist for the Intergenerational Reporting Branch in Sydney. You will contribute to high-quality economic and policy analysis to support government decisions, including quantitative and qualitative work on long-term fiscal trends.

You will develop and maintain quantitative models, translate complex findings into clear recommendations for the Treasurer, Treasury executives and other agencies, and work across Treasury and with NSW Government and other

Qualifications

• Experience in economic and policy analysis.
• Ability to develop and maintain quantitative models.
• Ability to translate complex findings into clear, defensible recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high-quality economic and policy advice supporting government decision-making.
• Analyze structural economic and fiscal trends and projections.
• Develop and maintain quantitative models and translate insights for Treasury and other agencies.

Job description

Economic Analyst / Economist | Intergenerational Reporting Branch

Employment Type: Ongoing

Remuneration: $116,981- $129,492; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading

Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available

Applications Close: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 11:59pm

Your day as an Economic Analyst / Economist

You will contribute to high-quality economic and policy advice that supports government decision-making, policy development and implementation. Your work may include quantitative and qualitative analysis of economic and fiscal trends and projections, independent research, and priority projects focused on the long-term challenges and opportunities facing NSW.

You will help keep the NSW Intergenerational Report a living document by analysing structural trends and their implications for the State’s long‑term fiscal position. You will contribute to technical work, including developing and maintaining quantitative models, drawing insights from data, and translating complex findings into clear, defensible recommendations for the Treasurer, Treasury Executive and other government agencies.

Working across Treasury and with NSW Government, Commonwealth, state and territory stakeholders, you will build influential professional relationships, manage complex tasks and competing priorities, and communicate economic and policy issues clearly for different audiences.

You will be joining our Economic Strategy and Productivity Group and will be working within the Macroeconomy Division’s Intergenerational Reporting Branch. Read more about your future Group and Division. Group and Division

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

Achieve success as an Economic Analyst / Economist

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.

What can you expect from us

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, building essential skills such as:

• advanced economic, fiscal and policy analysis
• quantitative modelling and translating data into clear insights
• 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

NSW Treasury is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to contribute and do their best work.

We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment processes and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, people of all ages and genders, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds.

We actively support workplace and recruitment adjustments to remove barriers and enable equitable participation. If you require an adjustment or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Advisor listed on the job advertisement or visit the following link for more information:https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/nsw-treasury/about-us/careers

As a Disability Confident Recruiter, NSW Treasury is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and supports adjustments so candidates with disability can participate fairly at every stage.

As a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer, we recognise and support employees with caring responsibilities through inclusive and flexible workplace practices.

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.

A concurrent search is also underway.

Close of applications: 11:59pm Monday 9 November 2026