Strategic Director, Economic & Regulatory Policy

Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate ACT; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate ACT in Canberra seeks a Director to lead the Economic and Regulatory Policy Unit. You will guide a team of economists and policy officers, delivering pragmatic advice to support ACT Government decision-making.

The role requires strong economic, regulatory or public policy judgment, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate evidence into influential outcomes across climate, energy reform and regulatory policy.

Qualifications

• Tertiary or postgraduate qualifications in economics, commerce, public policy, law, regulation or another relevant field are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex policy projects and deliver rigorous, practical advice for government decision-making.
• Collaborate across the ACT Government and with other Australian governments; manage priorities and stakeholder relationships.
• Provide clear direction, support staff development and foster a high-performing team culture.

Skills

Economics

Policy analysis

Regulatory policy

Education

Tertiary or postgraduate qualifications in economics, commerce, public policy, law, regulation or another relevant field

Job description

Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate ACT in Canberra seeks a Director to lead the Economic and Regulatory Policy Unit. You will guide a team of economists and policy officers, delivering pragmatic advice to support ACT Government decision-making.

The role requires strong economic, regulatory or public policy judgment, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate evidence into influential outcomes across climate, energy reform and regulatory policy.