National Public Policy And Economics - Associate/Senior Associate

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

PPM

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

To solve important problems we need to aim for the inclusion of our diverse talent. We empower our people to use their creativity, authenticity and human differences to be the champions of change. We know that when people from diverse backgrounds and with different points of view work together, we create the most value - for our clients, our people and our society. If you don’t think you quite meet all of the qualifications, we’d still love to hear from you.

About Us

Today’s world isn’t simple.The challenges facing business and society are complex. At PwC, we’ve created ‘The New Equation’ as our global strategy to address the breadth and complexity of challenges facing businesses and society. We’re combining everything we offer in new, creative ways. This builds trust, delivers sustained outcomes and helps clients solve their most important problems.

We know those challenges need to be looked at from a new angle. With your human ingenuity, passion and experience combined with the latest technology, these problems become easier to tackle. Together, we are a passionate community of solvers coming together in unexpected ways, creating new solutions for a new day.

We’re in the business of transformation. To transform the future, we're building a diverse, ambitious team who strive for imaginative ways of solving our clients' most important challenges. You'll get to work with the latest technologies, in an environment that empowers you to think differently.

As part of the opportunity, you’ll have access to professional development and technical upskilling that is all about helping you thrive. You’ll work with inspiring people, join a culture driven to make a difference and develop your skills as you help us to solve important problems. With paid study leave, flexible working and other benefits, you’ll have the freedom to create a career that grows as you do.

You’ll help build evidence to transform Australian businesses and governments to create value and improve the way they work. As a National Public Policy and Economics - Associate/Senior Associate, you’ll add value to our high profile policy development and reform projects that extend from market development and reform to program evaluation.

How and where work gets done is being reimagined. It all adds up to The New Equation.

Responsibilities

• Apply Australian Bureau of Statistics data to analytical work in various public policy areas

• Undertake desktop research on policy developments and innovations in national and international jurisdictions (e.g. national and international approaches to energy reform, school reform, fiscal policy approaches, and infrastructure policy development)

• Perform general research and synthesis tasks, including rapid reviews and market analysis of published, peer-reviewed, grey literature materials and market data, synthesising key findings and themes

• Read and interrogate Commonwealth and state/territory budget papers and Portfolio Budget Statements from both a qualitative and quantitative perspective

• Understand key concepts in relation to health economic analysis, including cost benefit analysis, quality of life years, health technology assessments, return on investment and social return on investment to support with research and analysis

• Research legislation and regulations, including history of amendments (explanatory memoranda to bills, Hansard debates, etc.)

• Understand key concepts in relation to program evaluation and review.

Requirements

• You’re a graduate in Economics, Research, Law, Public Policy, or Commerce.

• Due to the security requirements to access the data involved in delivering our projects, you must be an Australian Citizen who has, OR is willing to obtain a minimum government NV1 Security Clearance.

Your New Benefits

• Flexible daily working hours, we value work-life balance

• Work overseas or interstate, we know how precious time is with your family and friends

• Paid study (and leave!), we’ll pay all the costs and give you time off to study

• No dress code, wear what makes you feel comfortable and dress for your day

• Yearly bonuses, because who doesn’t love to be rewarded for great performance!

• Health & fitness perks, like a wellness stipend and discounted memberships

• Generous parental leave policy for mums, dads and foster carers

If you're looking for a team that values your work and solves meaningful problems - then apply now to be considered for the position!

We believe the best work is human-led and tech-powered.. If you’re keen to apply and need reasonable adjustments or would like to note which pronouns you use at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

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Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

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