Lead Economist, Competition & Regulation (Remote)

ACCC; Hobart; Remote; AUD 148,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCC in Australia is seeking a Principal Economist to lead a small team of economists and provide expert economic advice across competition law enforcement, merger assessments and market regulation. The role requires strong analytical skills and a track record applying economic theory to real investigations.

You will collaborate with senior economists to develop quantitative analyses, prepare submissions, and contribute to policy shaping while supporting diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years’ experience as an economic adviser.
• Experience leading an economics team in a large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of competition economics and ACCC framework.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Post-graduate degree in Economics in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of professionals and coach staff.
• Provide expert economic advice and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Analyse trends and forecast impacts of economic changes.
• Prepare papers, reports, presentations and submissions.
• Work with teams to apply economic frameworks in investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Economics

Communication

Analytical skills

Policy advisory

Education

Post-graduate degree in Economics

Job description

ACCC in Australia is seeking a Principal Economist to lead a small team of economists and provide expert economic advice across competition law enforcement, merger assessments and market regulation. The role requires strong analytical skills and a track record applying economic theory to real investigations.

You will collaborate with senior economists to develop quantitative analyses, prepare submissions, and contribute to policy shaping while supporting diverse teams.