Senior Analyst

Department of Treasury and Finance; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Wellbeing benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

The Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) in South Australia seeks a Senior Analyst in the Priority Reforms team to shape policy responses and drive high-priority reforms. You will provide analysis, advice and stakeholder engagement to support informed government decisions and meaningful state outcomes.

Contribute to whole-of-government proposals, lead complex policy tasks and collaborate with diversified teams to deliver robust evidence-based recommendations.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions.
• The ability to turn complex information into clear, evidence-based advice.
• Confidence engaging, consulting and negotiating with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Sound judgement when handling sensitive or politically sensitive matters.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing competing priorities.
• A strong commitment to accuracy, confidentiality and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely, high-quality analysis and advice on priority reforms and complex policy issues.
• Help develop and coordinate whole-of-government policy proposals aligned with strategic priorities.
• Support the development, implementation and review of priority reform projects.
• Build productive relationships and consult with stakeholders across government and beyond.
• Prepare clear, influential submissions, briefings and reports for senior leaders.
• Strengthen DTF’s policy capability through collaboration, innovative thinking and shared expertise.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Stakeholder engagement

Prioritization

Discretion & integrity

Collaboration

Job description

Think big opportunity to do interesting work and grow your career. Join a team of good people, doing interesting work, with serious impact for South Australia.

What We Offer

• Meaningful work that contributes to outcomes for South Australia
• A supportive team environment where people connect and collaborate
• Flexible working arrangements that support life and career
• Opportunities to grow capability and build a long-term career
• Salary packaging and wellbeing benefits

Who we are At the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), we’re building a world-class Treasury for South Australia – it’s about the people and the impact we create together. We’re South Australia’s lead agency for economic, digital and financial policy outcomes. Our work touches every corner of the state, from enabling frontline services to driving digital transformation. And we do it all with one purpose: to make life better for the people who call South Australia home.

About your branch

The Revenue, Economics and Policy branch delivers robust analysis, strategic advice and innovative solutions to address priority social, economic, revenue and financial policy issues, supporting informed decision-making across government. The branch leads initiatives that address complex policy, economic, data and fiscal challenges, driving improved outcomes across key social and economic priorities. It provides whole-of-government leadership and advice on financial management matters and brings together expertise in state taxation, Commonwealth–State financial relations, economics and data analytics to deliver revenue forecasts, economic insights and evidence-based policy advice that inform government priorities and decision-making.

Why this role matters

As Senior Analyst in the Priority Reforms team, you will help shape responses to complex, high-priority policy issues affecting South Australia. Your analysis, advice and stakeholder engagement will support well-informed government decisions and contribute to reforms that deliver meaningful outcomes for the state.

What you will do

• Deliver timely, high-quality analysis and advice on priority reforms and complex policy issues
• Help develop and coordinate whole-of-government policy proposals aligned with strategic priorities
• Support the development, implementation and review of priority reform projects
• Build productive relationships and consult with stakeholders across government and beyond
• Prepare clear, influential submissions, briefings and reports for senior leaders
• Strengthen DTF’s policy capability through collaboration, innovative thinking and shared expertise

What you bring

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions
• The ability to turn complex information into clear, evidence-based advice
• Confidence engaging, consulting and negotiating with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Sound judgement when handling sensitive or politically sensitive matters
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing competing priorities
• A strong commitment to accuracy, confidentiality and delivering high-quality outcomes

Remuneration: ASO7 (Salary Range $116,089 - $125,490 p.a.) + 12% Super

Enquiries

If you’d like to learn more, or for a confidential discussion, please contact Belinda Merrett, Director, Priority Reforms Phone: [phone] Email: [email protected]

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. If you have accessibility needs or would like us to make any adjustments at any stage of the process — such as receiving interview questions in advance, flexible interview formats, or accessing materials in alternative formats — please let us know. We’re happy to work with you to understand what will help you perform at your best.

Aboriginal Employment Program

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are interested in building a career at DTF or across the broader South Australian public sector. Applicants may also choose to join the SA Public Sector Aboriginal Employment Register. Joining the register is optional and provides access to additional support and employment opportunities across the SA public sector.