Senior Economist - Energy Markets & Policy

Orchard Talent Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is seeking a Senior Economist to join its Economics team. You will provide high-quality economic analysis across complex energy market and policy issues and advise on policy projects and rule changes.

You will apply economic expertise to support evidence-based decision making, coaching and mentoring junior staff within a highly skilled environment. This role offers national impact and engagement with senior decision makers.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years applying economics in policy, research or regulatory settings.
• Knowledge of competition, regulation and energy market economics.
• Ability to translate data and models into practical advice.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement with diverse audiences.
• Economics degree, honours preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing practical economic advice to Commissioners, executive leadership and policy teams.
• Developing analytical frameworks to address complex policy and regulatory issues.
• Critically reviewing economic analysis, data, reports and submissions.
• Communicating complex economic concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Economic analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Regulatory economics

Education

Honours-level economics degree

Job description

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is seeking a Senior Economist to join its Economics team. You will provide high-quality economic analysis across complex energy market and policy issues and advise on policy projects and rule changes.

You will apply economic expertise to support evidence-based decision making, coaching and mentoring junior staff within a highly skilled environment. This role offers national impact and engagement with senior decision makers.