As Assistant Under Treasurer, Financial Efficiencies, you will lead strategic advice at the heart of Queensland Government’s fiscal decision‑making. You will deliver authoritative analysis to inform Cabinet, Budget and whole‑of‑government processes, with a strong focus on driving expenditure and operational efficiencies.

You will design and implement cross‑sector reforms that improve financial performance and value for money, while representing Treasury in complex negotiations and partnering with agencies, industry and the community to support the Government’s priorities.

• Senior executive role driving expenditure and efficiency reform
• Lead Cabinet and Budget advice with statewide impact
• Manage high‑performing teams and influence system‑wide change

Job details

Your opportunity
Queensland Treasury plays a critical role in supporting sound fiscal management and informed government decision‑making. As Assistant Under Treasurer, Financial Efficiencies, you will lead high‑impact advice and reform initiatives that strengthen the financial performance of Queensland Government. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to shape policy, influence system‑wide change and deliver sustainable efficiency outcomes across the public sector.

In this role, your day-to-day work will include:
Strategic advice and decision support:

• Provide authoritative advice, analysis and guidance to the Treasurer, Minister for Finance, senior management, agencies and major stakeholders on issues critical to the Queensland Government's fiscal performance.
• Support Cabinet and Budget processes, including engagement with the Cabinet Budget Review Committee.

Whole‑of‑government reform and change:

• Lead and deliver major cross‑government initiatives to improve expenditure and operational efficiency, underpinned by understanding systems of government, modern approaches to service delivery, financial analysis and effective change management.
• Drive the development of policies and strategies that support sustainable financial outcomes across agencies.

Leadership and people management:

• Lead and manage multiple professional teams and cross-agency networks to deliver high‑quality policy, analysis and reform outcomes.
• Build, develop and sustain capable, engaged teams with a strong focus on performance, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder engagement and representation:

• Represent Treasury in complex, sensitive negotiations and consultations with Queensland Government agencies, other jurisdictions and commercial suppliers.
• Build strong strategic partnerships across government, industry and the community to drive innovation and support the Government's priorities.
• Foster a culture that values integrity, outcomes and evidence‑based decisionmaking.

What experience you will bring
Leadership and integrity: You will demonstrate outstanding judgement, high‑level integrity, ethics and probity, with agility to lead in a complex and evolving environment, with a strong achievement orientation combined with highly developed communication and negotiation skills.
Senior executive capability: You will have a proven record of success as a leader in a large, complex organisation, with strong professional leadership and people management capability, whilst also having a high‑level of political acumen and the ability to build and sustain productive strategic relationships.
Policy and government expertise: You will be able to demonstrate expertise in developing and delivering significant cross‑sector policy and reform initiatives, and have a strong understanding of, and experience in, government processes including Cabinet, Budget and budget estimates.

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 make 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.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/686291/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 12th May 2026

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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Documents

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• 686291 26 - Role Description.1 (Word, 460KB)