Management Consultant

Canberra Permanent AU$150,000 - AU$180,000 per year View Job Description
You will support the delivery of high-impact consulting engagements across government and regulated industries.You will be responsible for undertaking economic analysis, developing policy advice, engaging with senior stakeholders and translating complex information into practical recommendations that inform government decision-making.
  • Small boutique advisory firm
  • Opportunity for growth and development

About Our Client

Our client is a boutique advisory firm that works at the intersection of economics, public policy and strategy. The firm partners with Commonwealth and State Government departments, regulators, industry bodies, not-for-profit organisations and private sector clients to solve complex policy and economic challenges.

With a reputation for delivering high-quality, evidence-based advice, the firm provides clients with practical solutions across economic analysis, policy development, program design, regulatory reform and strategic advisory. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an Economist & Policy Development Management Consultant to join their team.

Job Description



  • Economic Analysis
    • Conduct economic modelling and quantitative analysis to inform policy decisions
    • Prepare cost-benefit analyses and economic impact assessments
    • Analyse labour markets, productivity, industry performance and macroeconomic trends
    • Develop forecasting models and scenario analysis
    • Interpret large datasets and generate evidence-based insights



    Policy Development

    • Research emerging policy issues and international best practice
    • Develop policy options supported by economic evidence
    • Draft discussion papers, cabinet submissions, briefing notes and ministerial advice
    • Support regulatory reform and legislative reviews
    • Design policy frameworks that are practical, implementable and measurable



    Strategy & Advisory

    • Assist clients with organisational strategy and public sector transformation
    • Support program design, implementation planning and governance reviews
    • Develop business cases and investment proposals
    • Facilitate workshops and stakeholder consultations
    • Present findings and recommendations to senior executives



    Stakeholder Engagement

    • Build relationships with government agencies, regulators and industry groups
    • Consult with subject matter experts and client stakeholders
    • Manage project workstreams and deliverables
    • Collaborate across multidisciplinary consulting teams

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline
  • Honours or postgraduate qualifications (highly regarded)
  • 2-8 years' experience in economics, public policy or management consulting
  • Experience undertaking economic analysis and policy research
  • Strong understanding of Australian public policy and government processes
  • Experience preparing high-quality written reports and client deliverables

What's on Offer

  • Exposure to nationally significant policy projects
  • Direct access to Partners and senior decision-makers
  • Genuine responsibility from day one
  • Diverse client portfolio across government and industry
  • Collaborative, high-performing team environment
  • Ongoing mentoring and professional development
  • Opportunity to shape public policy outcomes
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Clear career progression within a growing boutique advisory firm
Contact
Ben Naylor
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6955977
Phone number
+61386166225

Job summary

Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Business Analysis / Change / PMO
Industry
Public Sector
Location
Canberra
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Naylor
Consultant phone
+61386166225
Job Reference
JN-022026-6955977

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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