Advisor, Budget Reform and Projects

Overview

Advisor, Budget Reform and Projects at NSW Treasury. The role provides policy advice on public sector budget management and performance within the Policy and Budget (P&B) Group, Budget Reform and Projects team.

Base pay range

$99,938.00/yr - $110,271.00/yr

• Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
• Applications Close: Monday, 15 September 2025 at 9:59am

Your day as an Advisor

The Policy and Budget (P&B) Group serves as the primary liaison with NSW Government agencies, offering expert advice to the Treasurer and Cabinet Committees on financial management, policy reform, and resource allocation. This group helps maintain a robust and sustainable NSW economy by assessing financial risks and developing strategies and policies. It is involved in preparing and delivering the annual State Budget and Half-Yearly Review.

Within the P&B Group, the Budget Reform and Projects team identifies opportunities for budget reform, ensuring policies and processes align with best practices and fiscal objectives. As an Advisor, you will conduct research, analysis, and provide policy advice on public sector budget management and performance. This role offers a positive impact on the NSW economy and communities and supports a collaborative environment for curious and proactive individuals.

NSW Treasury is a collaborative and dynamic environment, suitable for those with a curious mindset and a passion for making a positive impact.

Interested in working with us

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

Responsibilities and qualifications

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, analysis, and provide policy advice on public sector budget management and performance.
• Identify opportunities for budget reform and support the Government's fiscal objectives.
• Engage with key stakeholder groups and communicate policy analysis effectively.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or professional experience in public policy, economics, accounting, finance, law or related field.
• Experience analysing and interpreting financial and non-financial data; proficient in Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication of policy analysis and advice.
• Understanding of public sector financial management and budget policy is advantageous.

Investing in you

The team is diverse and welcoming. A buddy will help you settle in.

Benefits

• Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks
• Flex time accrual for extra hours
• Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions and online training
• Wellbeing programs, including mental and physical health support
• Leave options, including paid parental and carers leave

Enrich your career

You will have an opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales while developing your skills. Treasury provides broad financial and economic advisory support to the government.

Professional development includes prioritising: managing competing priorities, delivering high-quality analysis, building relationships, and contributing to policy and process improvements.

Application process

• Up-to-date resume detailing knowledge, skills, and experience related to the role
• Complete pre-screening questions
• Behavioural interview and additional assessments if shortlisted

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade over the next 18 months. Read more about the hiring process.

Equality & eligibility

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse backgrounds. NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice and holds accreditations as a Disability Confident Recruiter and Activate Carer Employer. We support adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit: treasury.nsw.gov.au/about-treasury/careers-at-nsw-treasury

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident. NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses or sponsor work visas unless specified. The successful candidate will undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary qualifications before commencement.

Contact: scott.walker@treasury.nsw.gov.au

Close of applications: Monday, 15 September 2025 at 9:59am

Note: A concurrent search is underway. Click "Apply online" to start your application.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Analyst, Strategy/Planning, and Finance
• Industries: Government Relations Services, Financial Services, and Government Administration

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