Associate Economist - Talent Pool

• Associate Economist Talent Pool | Economic Strategy and Productivity Group
• Employment Type: Talent pool for ongoing and temporary opportunities
• Classification / Grade: Clerk Grade 3/4
• Remuneration: $87,199 – $95,482 plus Superannuation and Leave Loading
• Location: Sydney CBD, flexible working options available
• Applications Close: Friday 6 November 2026 at 11:59pm

Your day as an Associate Economist

The Economic Strategy and Productivity Group is establishing a talent pool of suitable candidates for future Associate Economist opportunities.

Your typical day-to-day work will include undertaking research and analysis that contributes to high-quality economic and policy advice across a range of NSW Government public policy contexts.

You will support the assessment of the economic, financial, legal and administrative impacts of policy proposals and priorities for reform. You will also help prepare clear and concise briefs, Ministerial correspondence, reports and submissions with sound recommendations.

Working collaboratively across Treasury and with external stakeholders, you will contribute to project delivery, monitor milestones and deliverables, and support teams to achieve Treasury’s objectives and outcomes.

You will be joining our Economic Strategy and Productivity Group. Read more about your future Group and Division.

You can read more about the role in the role description here.

Achieve success as an Associate Economist

We are looking for people who can apply sound research and analytical skills, communicate clearly and contribute positively in a collaborative environment. Suitable candidates may be considered for future opportunities as they arise.

You will be successful in this role if you are:

a clear and concise communicator who can prepare well-structured written advice

resilient, adaptable and able to work through changing priorities, complexity and uncertainty

collaborative and capable of building effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders

committed to learning, seeking feedback and developing your understanding of Treasury and NSW Government processes

Investing in you

The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.

Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include:

Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks

Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.

Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training

Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.

Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.

Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you.

Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury

You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.

When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.

As you contribute your expertise, you’ll engage in continuous Professional Development, acquiring essential skills such as:

economic and public policy research and analysis

preparing clear briefs, reports, submissions and recommendations

working collaboratively across Treasury and NSW Government

Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.

Join our Associate Economist talent pool

Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process

an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.

complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.

partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted

This recruitment process will establish a talent pool for ongoing and temporary Associate Economist opportunities at the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months. Placement in the talent pool does not guarantee an offer of employment. Candidates may be contacted and assessed for suitability when a relevant opportunity becomes available.

Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

NSW Treasury is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to contribute and do their best work.

We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment processes and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, people of all ages and genders, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds.

We actively support workplace and recruitment adjustments to remove barriers and enable equitable participation. If you require an adjustment or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Advisor listed on the job advertisement or visit the following link for more information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/nsw-treasury/about-us/careers

As a Disability Confident Recruiter, NSW Treasury is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and supports adjustments so candidates with disability can participate fairly at every stage.

As a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer, we recognise and support employees with caring responsibilities through inclusive and flexible workplace practices.

Eligibility

• To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
• NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.
• Any questions?
• Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Natalie Wu [email protected].
• Close of applications: 11:59pm Friday 6 November 2026
• A concurrent search is also underway.
• Click “Apply” to start your application.