Senior Advisor, Transport (Policy & Budget Group)
- Employment Type: Ongoing
- Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 9/10
- Remuneration: $133,098.00 - $146,945.00; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading
- Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
- Applications Close: Wednesday 29 July 2026 at 9:59am
Your day as a Senior Advisor
If you are a strategic thinker who enjoys solving complex problems, developing evidence-based advice and working at the centre of government, we would welcome your application.
This is a great opportunity to work at the centre of government on policy and budget issues, helping shape decisions on more than $30 billion in annual transport expenditure across NSW.
Experience in central agencies, transport, infrastructure, finance, consulting, strategy or broader policy environments is valuable, but is not essential. What matters most is your ability to think strategically, communicate clearly, engage effectively and contribute to work that has real public value.
As a Senior Advisor in the Transport team, you will proactively identify issues, solve problems and bring structure to complex and ambiguous matters. You will apply policy and problem-solving frameworks to develop a robust evidence base, draw out insights and identify practical options to address emerging challenges.
You will prepare clear, concise and persuasive advice for key stakeholders and decision-makers and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, navigating different priorities and perspectives to support high-quality outcomes.
The Transport team sits within our Policy and Budget Group and the Transport, Arts, Regions & Planning Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.
Interested in working with us
Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.
Achieve success as a Senior Advisor
In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
- Experience in central agencies, transport, infrastructure, economics, finance, consulting or strategy roles is highly desirable.
- Experience leading important projects, reviews, policy workstreams or strategic initiatives, including identifying issues early, managing risks and keeping work on track.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to work through complex and ambiguous issues, use evidence, question assumptions, exercise sound judgement and identify practical options.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex policy, financial or strategic issues clearly to senior leaders, Ministers or decision-makers.
- Ability to build strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders, including where priorities or views may differ.
- A flexible and collaborative approach, with the ability to support junior staff, adapt to changing priorities and think about the bigger picture.
What can you expect from us
The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.
Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include:
- Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks.
- Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.
- Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training.
- Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.
- Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.
Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you.
Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury
You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.
When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.
As you contribute your expertise, you’ll engage in continuous Professional Development, acquiring essential skills such as:
- building your capability through exposure to complex, high-impact work across Treasury, central agencies, transport, infrastructure, economics, finance, consulting or strategy environments
- strengthening your ability to think broadly, apply a strategic lens and understand how ideas and decisions fit within the wider operating environment
- developing strong stakeholder management skills by building relationships, working through competing priorities and managing different perspectives
- building resilience and confidence in navigating complex issues, changing priorities and high-pressure environments
- presenting complex policy issues clearly and with impact, while contributing to significant projects, reviews or policy workstreams that support strong policy development, implementation and evaluation.
Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.
Application process:
- an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.
- complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.
- partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted.
- reference checks maybe used as part of your ongoing evaluation against this position.
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.
Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
NSW Treasury is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to contribute and do their best work.
We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment processes and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, people of all ages and genders, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds.
We actively support workplace and recruitment adjustments to remove barriers and enable equitable participation. If you require an adjustment or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Advisor listed on the job advertisement or visit the following link for more information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/nsw-treasury/about-us/careers
- As a Disability Confident Recruiter, NSW Treasury is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and supports adjustments so candidates with disability can participate fairly at every stage.
- As a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer, we recognise and support employees with caring responsibilities through inclusive and flexible workplace practices.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.
Any questions?
Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Scott Walker,
[email protected]
Close of applications: Wednesday 29 July 2026 at 9:59am
A concurrent search is also underway.
Click “Apply” to start your application.
