Principal Economist

Expressions of Interest

Principal Economist / Principal Policy Analyst, State Revenue Policy

This temporary vacancy is only available to current NSW Public Sector employees. External candidates are encouraged to apply for our externally advertised roles

• Employment Type: Temporary
• Employment period: 6 months with possible extension
• Grade/Band: Clerk Grade 11/12
• Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
• Applications Close: Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 9:59am

Role impact & contribution

As a Principal Economist / Principal Policy Analyst, you will lead a small team and provide expert economic and policy advice on complex taxation and revenue issues. You will oversee policy development, economic analysis, legislative reform and stakeholder engagement, while delivering high-quality briefings to senior leaders and Ministers. This role offers the opportunity to shape major tax policy reforms and influence outcomes that support the State’s long-term fiscal and economic objectives.

Proactively building robust relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders is paramount, as is your contribution to improving the delivery of outcomes across the NSW Government through effective communication, collaboration, and advocacy with Treasury teams and agency counterparts.

You will be joining our Economic Strategy & Productivity Group and will be working within the Revenue Division. Read more about your future Group and Division .

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

What you can bring to the role.

In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria

• Strong experience in public economics and public policy analysis and development and understanding of the machinery of government, policy and legislative reform processes, and federal financial relations. Experience in government tax policy is desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver accurate policy costings and economic modelling for complex and uncertain policies, and ability to apply critical perspectives across diverse policy issues.
• Strategic policy, conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills combined with strong understanding of economic framework and concepts.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A keen interest in and familiarity with tax policy and tax reform.

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:

• Strengthen strategic thinking and adaptability.
• Build stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Deepen policy, economics and taxation expertise.

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.

Interested in working with us

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
• confirmation that your leader/s supports your application and has agreed in principle to release you should you be successful.

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 or temporary employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia and a substantive or temporary NSW public service employee, contractors are not eligible to apply.

Any questions?

Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Natalie Wu natalie.wu@treasury.nsw.gov.au

Close of applications: 9:59am Wednesday 5 August 2026

A concurrent search is also underway