Melbourne Economist – Regulatory Analytics for Energy

Victorian Government; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Services Commission is seeking Economists to support its Economics and Insights function. The roles involve economic research and data analysis to inform regulatory decisions, including energy markets, with hybrid work arrangements and a fixed-term contract. Two positions are available: twelve months and eight months.

Work location is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne. The team will analyse large datasets using R, synthesize insights for policy development, and communicate findings to

Qualifications

• Experience conducting economic research and data analysis to inform regulatory work.
• Ability to synthesise data, research and evidence to support policy and regulatory projects.
• Experience communicating complex findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating analytical work and managing multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic research and analysis to support regulatory decisions and outcomes for Victorian consumers.
• Analyse large and complex datasets using R and other analytical tools.
• Synthesize insights from data, research and evidence to inform regulatory projects.
• Coordinate analytical work and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Contribute ideas to improve how data and insights are used and presented.

Skills

Economic research

Data analysis

R

Regulatory context

Tools

R

Job description

Essential Services Commission is seeking Economists to support its Economics and Insights function. The roles involve economic research and data analysis to inform regulatory decisions, including energy markets, with hybrid work arrangements and a fixed-term contract. Two positions are available: twelve months and eight months.

Work location is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne. The team will analyse large datasets using R, synthesize insights for policy development, and communicate findings to