Economic Analyst (ASO4/5)
- Outstanding Opportunity
- Full Time, Ongoing Contract
- ASO4-ASO5 Level ($76,561 - $95,413)
Classification and salary dependent on level of skill and experience
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Do you value a workplace where the culture is consistently described by staff as “exceptional”, and do you:
- possess an inquisitive mind and a drive to apply economic and finance concepts to solve complex “puzzles”?
- want to see your analytical work and economic analysis directly impact the quality and reliability of essential services for South Australians?
- appreciate flexibility and the option to undertake hybrid working?
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply to join our dynamic team as an Economic Analyst to assist the Essential Services Commission in providing expert economic regulation and advisory functions that add long-term value to the South Australian community.
About the role
Reporting to the Director, Economics, the Economic Analyst is responsible for preparing economic research and analysis that contributes to the Commission’s independent regulatory decisions. This is an ideal role for those early in their economics career and looking to build a career in economics and regulatory policy.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Economic and Financial Analysis: Apply discipline specific (eg, economic and finance concepts) knowledge and techniques.
- Research and Communication: Assist in preparing written economic reports, policy documents, and briefs for the Economics group.
- Data Analysis: Undertake the collection and analysis of economic and financial data to assist in pricing and access functions.
About you
To be successful in this position, you will need to demonstrate:
- Analytical Inquisitiveness: An inquisitive mind and nature and a willingness to learn new concepts and adapt acquired knowledge.
- Effective Communication: The ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing, in a clear and logical manner.
- Research and Analysis Experience: Demonstrated ability to conduct financial or economic research, perform in-depth analysis, and produce reports.
- Educational Background: Qualifications in economics or a related discipline are essential for this position.
- Values-Driven Approach: A genuine commitment to the Commission’s core values: accountability, collaboration, agility, respect, and integrity.
About the Commission
The Commission is a statutory authority established as an independent economic regulator and advisory body to protect the long-term interests of South Australian consumers with respect to the price, quality and reliability of essential services. We add long-term value to the South Australian community by meeting our objective through independent, ethical and expert regulatory decisions and the provision of robust advice to Government. Our work is anchored in our core values of Accountability, Collaboration, Agility, Respect, and Integrity.
Our role incorporates licensing, consumer protection, service standards, pricing, monitoring, compliance and public reporting in the water, electricity and gas industries, and access regulation of essential ports and rail infrastructure. We also provide advice and conduct Inquiries to inform the South Australian Government on economic and regulatory policy issues and provide advice to local government.
What we can offer
The Commission and the South Australian public sector promote diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
We support our employees to deliver high quality outcomes by genuinely providing a great work culture, fostering employee relations and valuing health and wellbeing. We also offer all staff ongoing professional development and access to generous learning and development provisions. We offer hybrid ways of working for all staff and support flexibility for our people.
We are committed to an inclusive workplace that values diversity, and actively promote a culturally safe workplace by developing and implementing inclusion-based action plans, including a Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access Inclusion Plan.
How to apply
To be considered for this role, your application should include the following:
- An updated resume, listing at least 2 current referees
- A cover letter which addresses the following three questions only:
Q1. Please describe your experience in conducting economic and/or financial analysis
Q2. Provide an example of when you have had to explain complex economic or financial concepts to non-technical audiences (eg decision makers, stakeholders, or the public).
Q3. Please describe your personal values and explain how these would guide you while working at the Commission.
- A completed and signed Pre-Employment Declaration form. A copy of the form can be found in the listing for this vacancy on the ESCOSA website.
- Please combine all three documents into one PDF and submit the PDF only.
Applications should be addressed to Sonia Charman, Principal Consultant at Randstad and sent via email to sonia.charman@randstad.com.au.
All further enquiries and requests for further information can be directed to Sonia on 08 8468 8007 or via email.
We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all applicants. Please contact us at recruitment@escosa.sa.gov.au if you feel that further guidance or support might assist you with the application process and we will be happy to discuss this further with you.
Applications close at 11.00pm on Sunday 8 February 2026.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
