Economist

1 day ago

Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

**About Us:
The Queensland Productivity Commission (the Commission) provides independent policy advice to the Queensland Government on economic, social and regulatory issues to improve productivity, economic growth and living standards in Queensland.
The Commission is an independent statutory body established under the Queensland Productivity Act 2025 and is governed by a Board comprising the Productivity Commissioner (Chair) and up to three other Commissioners.

The Commission has two divisions:

- Inquiry and Research: undertakes public inquiries into a wide range of economic, social and regulatory matters. The division also conducts and publishes research on key economic and social issues.
- Office of Best Practice Regulation: provides independent advice to government on the costs, benefits and risks of regulation and administers the Queensland Government's Better Regulation Policy and the Regulator Performance Framework.

How you will contribute:
You will undertake objective and rigorous economic and policy analysis and provide high quality advice on a range of issues. You will also contribute to the Commission's projects and work programs through planning, reporting, information management and business improvement activities.

What you will bring to the role:
We are seeking a proactive economist with a sound background in economics, especially microeconomics, and interest in policy analysis and review. Skills in quantitative research, regulatory impact analysis, econometrics, law or other social sciences are also highly valued.

What we can offer:

- an opportunity to work with and be supported by a team of highly experienced economists on a broad range of relevant economic, social and regulatory issues
- professional environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration, robust analysis and diversity of ideas
- a positive and inclusive culture
- flexible working arrangements
- professional development and career advancement opportunities
- competitive remuneration package
- generous leave entitlements and a range of other benefits and programs.
- Your Resume detailing your work experience relevant to the responsibilities outlined in the Role Description
- A written statement of no more than two pages outlining why you are interested in this position and how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the core capabilities.

Further Information:
If you would like to know more about the role, please do not hesitate to contact Titi Salau, the Hiring manager on 07 3035 3681.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Additional support and/or reasonable adjustments during this recruitment process are available by contacting the hiring manager to discuss your individual requirements.

Applications will remain current for 12 months and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Commission.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/642413/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 26 June 2025
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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