EL2 Economist - Economics and Pricing Branch

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Contract
  • AU$650 - AU$850 per day

Talent International is currently recruiting for a EL2 Economist – Economics and Pricing Branch to work for the NSW Government, based in Surry Hills/Parramatta. The position is a 12-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $650 – $850 per day + Super.

7.5 hours per day and 37.5 hours per week

Duties and responsibilities include:

  • Contribute to the design and delivery of pricing policy initiatives and frameworks,
  • Manage projects or workstreams within broader reform programs, ensuring quality and timeliness.
  • Interpret and apply economic and analytical modelling to inform pricing policy advice
  • Prepare high-quality written material including briefings, reports, and presentations for senior executives and government.
  • Support risk identification, issue management, and policy evaluation.
  • Engage with external stakeholders to ensure policy is informed, practical and transparent.
  • Contribute to a positive and high-performing team culture, supporting collaboration and continuous improvement.

Key skills required for role:

  • Strong program and project management skills with demonstrated delivery of policy or regulatory initiatives.
  • Ability to analyse and translate complex information, including economic, and financial data into practical advice.
  • Strong written communication skills with experience preparing clear and persuasive documents for senior audiences.
  • Sound judgement, problem solving, and conceptual skills.
  • Effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and contribute to team outcomes.
  • Tertiary qualification in public policy, economics, management, or a related field is desirable.
  • Equivalent senior-level experience in policy, pricing, or program management in government or a regulatory context will also be considered.

Desirable skills to have for the role:

  • Experience in pricing or funding reform in Health, Aged Care, or Disability.

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

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