Join Queensland Treasury’s Economic Strategy Division as a Principal Economist and lead a high-performing team to deliver expert economic policy advice, including on home ownership. Shape Queensland’s economic future by driving innovative policy solutions and fostering collaboration across government and external stakeholders.

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As Principal Economist in the Economic Policy team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering expert economic advice to the Queensland Government on critical policy areas, including home ownership. You will lead a professional and capable team, collaborate with government agencies and external stakeholders, and foster a positive and vibrant team culture. By providing strategic direction and influencing policy agendas, you will contribute to the development of economically responsible public policy that supports Queensland's long-term economic growth.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Executive Director in leading and managing the team's responsibilities and functions.
• Collaborate with Queensland public sector agencies to influence policy agendas and deliver sound public policy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to address complex economic issues.
• Provide strategic direction for research, analysis, and economic policy advice, including home ownership.
• Oversee and review the preparation of reports, economic modelling, and policy submissions.
• Represent Queensland Treasury on intergovernmental committees and working groups.
• Coordinate whole-of-government processes and advocate for Treasury's interests.

What experience you will bring:

• Proven ability to lead and provide expert analysis, modelling and advice on complex economic policies and frameworks, including home ownership.
• Strong judgement, authority, and influence to manage client requirements and team priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated capability in preparing and guiding the delivery of complex reports, submissions, and correspondence within tight timeframes.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and developing junior staff to build a motivated and capable team.

Whilst there are no mandatory qualifications needed for this role, relevant qualifications will be highly regarded.

How to apply

To submit your application, click on the Apply link to provide:

• Your resume detailing relevant experience
• A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining why you are interested in this position and how your knowledge, skills and experience makes you a strong candidate for the role.

Queensland Treasury is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process.

We welcome applicants to share with the hiring manager any health condition, disability, and/or cultural or linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/657468/25

Closing Date: Thursday, 11 September 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 657468 25 - Role Description (Word, 216KB)