Analyst, Economic

**Premier’s Department**

**Analyst, Economic & Policy Research**

**You. At the centre of**big ideas**.**
- **Ongoing Clerk Grade 7/8 opportunity**Join the**Economic and Policy Research team in Investment NS**W**Role based in Sydney NSW**

**About the Role**

You will join our Economic and Policy Research team within the Economics and Analysis branch in the Investment NSW group.
In your new role, you will play a vital role in supporting the NSW Government’s strategic priorities by delivering high-quality economic analysis, research, and policy advice. This role involves undertaking rigorous economic research to inform major initiatives, investment decisions, and policy development across Investment NSW and broader government agencies.

You will contribute to evidence-based policy development by producing research reports, policy briefs, and presentations that clearly communicate complex economic concepts to a range of audiences. You are comfortable working in fast paced roles with changing priorities. A key part of the role involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to share insights, coordinate analysis, and deliver impactful outcomes.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

**We're** Looking For**
- ** Economic Research and Policy Development -**Demonstrated ability to conduct economic research and quantitative analysis to identify emerging policy issues and develop evidence-based options and recommendations for government policy-making.
- **Strategic Policy Communication -**Proven experience in producing high-quality policy briefs, research reports, and presentations that inform specialist audiences and guide strategic decision-making on key economic and policy issues.
- ** Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration** - Strong skills in building and maintaining productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, particularly across NSW Government agencies, to support collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- ** Cross-Sector Project Participation** - Experience contributing to and facilitating cross-agency projects, delivering positive outcomes for government clients through effective teamwork and project coordination.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

**Why Join Us?**Flexible Working**: Broad range of flexible working arrangements**Career Development**: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
- **Work-Life Balance**: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
- **Wellbeing Support**: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
- **Inclusive Culture**: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

**How to Apply**- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)- A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

**Closing date**:Tuesday 13 October 2025 (9:59 AM)

**Salary**:Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574 - $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

**About the Premier's Department**

**_ Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government_**
The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier’s Department.

**Our Commitment**
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

**Additional Information**

**Talent Pool**: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.