Shape regulated pricing decisions for the ACT community

Join ACT Government as a Senior Economist 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.

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

- Solid 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

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.

How to apply

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

📌 Senior Economics (Canberra)
🏢 Ampersand
📍 Canberra