Senior Economic Consultant – Property Economics & Advisory
THINK Economics is a boutique economic consultancy providing high-value property economics, market research and development advisory services across Australia.
We work with private, government and not-for-profit clients on complex, real-world projects, delivering commercially grounded advice informed by rigorous analysis and a deep understanding of property markets, development dynamics and client objectives.
About Think Economics
THINK Economics is a boutique economic consultancy providing high-value property economics, market research and development advisory services across Australia.
We work with private, government and not-for-profit clients on complex, real-world projects, delivering commercially grounded advice informed by rigorous analysis and a deep understanding of property markets, development dynamics and client objectives.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experiencedSenior Economic Consultantto join our team in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast.
This is a senior consulting role for someone with a proven background inprivate-sector consulting and property or economic advisory.
We are looking for an experienced operator who is comfortable managing client relationships, leading consulting assignments and translating complex analysis into clear, commercially focused advice.
You will work directly with the Principals of the business across a diverse portfolio of property, development and economic advisory projects throughout Australia.
You will be joining a close-knit, collaborative and supportive team that values high-quality work, commercial thinking, mutual respect and enjoying the work we do.
Our office is located a short walk from the beach, and we place strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance, recognising that positive thinking is supported by sustainable workloads and a positive team environment.




The role provides exposure to high-profile projects spanning property markets, development strategy, demographic and demand analysis, market feasibility, spatial analysis and broader economic advisory work.
We are looking for someone who can move beyond simply reporting the data to understandingwhat it means for a project, investment or development decision, and who is confident forming and communicating a clear, evidence-based view.
About You
This role requires an experienced private-sector consultant with a strong background in property economics, economic advisory or a closely related field.
To be considered for this role, you must demonstrate:
5+ years' experience in private-sector consulting or professional advisory services
Demonstrated experience inproperty economics, development advisory, market research, urban economics or a closely related field
Tertiary qualifications in economics, property economics, commerce, business, finance, planning or a related discipline
Proven experience managing consulting assignments or substantial project workstreams from inception through to delivery
Experience working directly with clients and developing strong professional relationships
Strong commercial judgement and the ability to translate analysis into transparent, practical and commercially relevant advice
Strong quantitative and analytical capability, including the ability to interpret complex datasets and identify meaningful insights
Demonstrated experience preparing high-quality client reports, presentations and recommendations




Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong Microsoft Excel and Word capability
Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail and the confidence to develop and defend a well-reasoned view
The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work within consulting timeframes
A collaborative, pragmatic and commercially focused approach
Experience withGIS, spatial analysis, data visualisation, Power BI, Python or other analytical toolswould be advantageous but is not essential.
The Role
As a Senior Economic Consultant, you will work across the full lifecycle of private and public sector consulting assignments.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading property market, economic, demographic and development analysis
Providing strategic and commercially focused advice to clients planning, delivering or investing in property and development projects
Managing consulting projects and key workstreams from commencement through to final delivery
Working directly with clients to understand their objectives, test assumptions and develop practical recommendations
Interpreting complex data and translating it into explicit conclusions and commercially relevant advice
Preparing high-quality reports, presentations, models and other client deliverables
Presenting findings and recommendations to clients and other project stakeholders
Coordinating with multidisciplinary consultant teams
Reviewing and guiding work undertaken by junior team members
Contributing to the continued development of Think Economics' datasets, analytical tools and methodologies
Participating in business development and helping identify, develop and convert opportunities for future work
The role offers considerable autonomy and the opportunity to have a meaningful influence on both client outcomes and the continued development of the business.
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📌 Senior Economic Consultant – Property Economics & Advisory (Gold Coast)
🏢 Think Economics
📍 Gold Coast