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Deputy Under Treasurer
Industry and Budget; Associate Under Treasurer; Brisbane City
The Deputy Under Treasurer is a key executive leadership position within Queensland Treasury, tasked with guiding the state’s budget processes, driving innovative economic and industry policies, and spearheading initiatives that ensure long-term fiscal sustainability. This role provides a rare opportunity to influence Queensland’s economic priorities, collaborate across government and industry, and deliver outcomes that support the prosperity of all Queenslanders.
• Lead Queensland’s budget and fiscal strategy at the highest level
• Shape economic, industry and climate policy with real impact
• Join Treasury’s Executive Leadership Team driving State outcomes
Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Executive |
| Classification | SES4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/660299/25 |
| Closing date | 03-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | 5 years with possible extension |
| Contact person | Chris Charalambous |
| Contact details | Ph: 0436 021 264 Access the National Relay Service |
Your new opportunity
Queensland Treasury is seeking a senior executive leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as Deputy Under Treasurer, Industry and Budget. This role presents a rare opportunity to influence the State's economic prosperity, drive budget strategy across government, and deliver outcomes that matter for Queenslanders.
As Deputy Under Treasurer, you will lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team responsible for providing strategic advice on economic, industry and climate policy, while overseeing the delivery of whole-of-government budget processes. You will play a critical role in supporting government decision-making, ensuring accountability, and shaping sustainable fiscal outcomes for Queensland's future.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the State Budget process by overseeing budget strategy, fiscal planning and budget-related processes across Treasury and government.
- Provide trusted strategic advice on complex economic, industry development and climate policy issues, enabling government to make informed decisions.
- Drive economic outcomes by developing strategies and championing initiatives that strengthen Queensland's economic and industry base.
- Partner with agencies to support responsible and practical budget management that delivers a stronger economy and sustainable fiscal outcomes.
- Represent Treasury in high-level negotiations and consultations, navigating sensitive and complex issues to secure positive policy and fiscal results.
What experience you will bring:
We are seeking a proven leader who brings vision, influence and the ability to deliver results in a complex public sector environment. To be successful, you will demonstrate:
- A strong track record of executive leadership in large and complex organisations.
- Deep expertise in Cabinet, budget and estimates processes, along with experience in shaping and delivering complex policy frameworks and initiatives.
- The ability to provide robust, timely and influential public policy advice.
- A collaborative approach that builds strong partnerships across government, industry and the community.
- Experience leading large-scale, cross-sector projects with measurable impact.
- High-level political acumen and capability to manage diverse and sensitive stakeholder relationships.
- A reputation as an agent of change, with the ability to drive innovation and deliver creative solutions to complex challenges.
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 will remain current for a period of 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/660299/25
Closing Date: Friday, 3rd October 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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