Assistant Director, Economic And Regulatory Policy

Classification: Senior Officer Grade C
Salary: $127,597 - $136,873 plus superannuation
Position No: 36656
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 26 October 2026
Contact Officer: Ian Lawrence on************@act.gov.auor 7***

Details: We are seeking a talented, capable and driven individual to help shape
economic and regulatory policy advice on the diverse opportunities and challenges facing the ACT Government.

To be a solid contender for this role you will have a good understanding of
economic policy principles, relevant tertiary qualifications and applied your skills to advise on economic and policy issues. You should also possess strong communication skills and have a demonstrated ability to work collegiately with teammates to deliver on shared goals, and to contribute to the broader success of the organisation.

The successful applicant will work in a small dynamic team environment, where multi-tasking is necessary, collaborating across the ACT Government and other Australian governments. They will be required to undertake analysis of information and apply judgment in developing clear advice to senior executives
and Government,



contributing to major initiatives in areas such as national productivity reforms, climate change and regulatory policy. They will need to exercise resilience, initiative and flexibility, have excellent attention to detail.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

- Tertiary or postgraduate qualifications in economics, commerce, public policy, law, regulation or another relevant field are highly desirable.
- To be eligible for permanent employment within the ACTPS you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident or hold a valid work visa

Notes: This is a temporary position available until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of extension up to less than 12 months and/or permanency.

Closes: 09 November 2026

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