Senior Economics - Shape regulated pricing decisions for the ACT community

Join ACT Government as an Assistant Director of Economics on a 6-month contract with possible extension. You’ll work in a small team of specialist economists, supporting regulatory decisions on retail electricity, water and sewerage prices, competition and market studies.

Role details

Start: ASAP, subject to a cleared National Police Check

Location: Canberra City

Work arrangement: in the office Monday and Wednesday, remote the other 3 days

Canberra-based candidates only. Unfortunately, remote applicants can’t be considered.

PAYG Pay Rate: $84/Hour + Super

ABN Pay Rate: $94.08/ Hour + GST The role

- Undertake economic research and analysis on complex matters, including economic regulation, competition issues and market studies
- Lead, undertake and verify complex economic and financial modelling, using advanced statistical and analytical methods
- Draft clear, evidence-based reports, briefing papers and media releases, and manage them through to publication
- Support the Director to plan and deliver the team’s work program, including project budgets and risk management




- Lead small project teams and provide advice to senior executives
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Contribute to data management and governance improvements

About you

- Robust economic, analytical and quantitative skills, with demonstrated modelling and data visualisation experience
- 5+ years applying micro-economic concepts and frameworks in government or the private sector
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to translate complex analysis for diverse audiences
- Experience working with limited supervision, using initiative and sound judgement
- A degree in economics, finance, law or a related discipline (postgraduate qualification in economics or finance well regarded)
- Experience in Australian economic regulation or infrastructure economics, particularly water or energy, is an advantage
- Knowledge of utility pricing and regulatory issues, or the ability to build it quickly
- A practical understanding of how government works

Click Apply now, or contact Issy Myusti at Ampersand on 0477 411 658 for a confidential chat.

📌 Senior Economics (Canberra)
🏢 Act Government
📍 Canberra