Graduate Economist

ActewAGL; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LinkedIn Learning

Health & Well-being allowance

Flexible working

On-site physiotherapy

Income protection

Reward programs

Free annual flu vaccinations

Job summary

ActewAGL's Graduate Economist role offers an entry point to shape energy policy and regulation in the ACT. Join a small, collaborative Economic Regulation team to analyse economic and regulatory issues, support submissions and pricing applications, and turn data into practical insights from day one.

You'll work with experienced economists across Evoenergy and ActewAGL Retail, building your technical, analytical and communication skills while contributing to meaningful energy outcomes for

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or final-year student in Economics, Commerce, Finance or related discipline.
• Understanding of microeconomic principles and regulatory interest.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Excellent organisation skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse economic and regulatory issues in electricity and gas sectors.
• Monitor regulators and market bodies (AER, AEMC, ICRC).
• Assist with regulatory submissions, pricing apps and business advice.
• Analyse qualitative and quantitative information to support decisions.
• Prepare reports and briefing materials for senior leaders.
• Collaborate with experts to link regulation, operations, and strategy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Excel

Written and verbal communication

Clear explanations

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Economics/Commerce/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Graduate Economist

• 2 years Maximum-Term, Full Time
• $81,755 plus 15% superannuation
• Location – Canberra City
• Launch your economics career where your contribution will help shape the future of energy

Are you a recent graduate or about to complete your studies in Economics, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline? Do you enjoy analysing complex issues, working with data, and turning research into practical insights? If so, the Graduate Economist role could be the opportunity you're looking for.

At ActewAGL, you'll join a small and highly collaborative Economic Regulation team, working alongside experienced economists and industry specialists to support regulatory and commercial outcomes across our joint venture businesses, including Evoenergy and ActewAGL Retail. You'll be supported by experienced professionals who will help you develop your technical, analytical and communication skills as you begin your career. The graduate role is a great opportunity to develop a longer-term career with the Joint Venture.

What you’ll do

As a Graduate Economist, you will contribute to real business decisions from day one by:

• Researching and analysing economic and regulatory issues affecting the electricity and gas sectors.
• Monitoring developments from industry regulators and market bodies, including the Australian Energy Regulator (AER), Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) and Independent Competition and Regulatory Commission (ICRC).
• Assisting with regulatory submissions, pricing applications and business advice.
• Analysing qualitative and quantitative information to support decision-making.
• Preparing reports, presentations and briefing materials for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Working closely with experts across the business to understand the relationship between regulation, operations, customer outcomes and strategy.

About you

We're looking for someone who is curious, analytical and eager to learn.

• You may be a recent graduate or in your final year of study in Economics, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• An understanding of microeconomic principles and an interest in economic regulation.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Why join us?

This is an excellent opportunity to build your economics career while gaining exposure to:

• Australia's evolving energy sector.
• Economic regulation and competition policy.
• Real-world commercial and policy challenges.
• Senior stakeholders and industry experts.
• Meaningful work that supports energy customers and communities.
• You'll be supported by experienced professionals who will help you develop your technical, analytical and communication skills as you begin your career.

We're committed to supporting our people with:

• Ongoing professional development and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Health and Well-being allowance and free annual flu vaccinations
• Flexible working options available
• On-site physiotherapy and wellness resources
• Income protection up to 3 years
• Reward and recognition programs

Closing Date : 15 November 2026

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds, and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.