Senior Economist

The organisation
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is an independent statutory body dedicated to enhancing Australia’s future productivity and living standards. By contributing to a decarbonising, affordable, and reliable energy system, the AEMC plays a key role in shaping the National Electricity Market, the natural gas market, and related retail markets. The Commission is also a trusted advisor to the Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council, providing strategic guidance on energy issues.
 
The opportunity
The AEMC is seeking a Senior Economist to join its Economics team, providing high-quality economic analysis and advice across complex energy market and policy issues.
You will apply economic expertise across policy projects, rule changes and reviews, providing practical advice to support evidence-based decision making.
 
Key responsibilities include:

• Providing practical economic advice to Commissioners, executive leadership and policy teams.
• Developing analytical frameworks to address complex policy and regulatory issues.
• Critically reviewing economic analysis, data, reports and submissions.
• Communicating complex economic concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You will also contribute to building economic capability through knowledge sharing, coaching and mentoring junior staff.
 
About you
You will be an economist with strong conceptual and analytical capability and an interest in applying economics to complex policy and regulatory challenges.
 
You will bring:

• 4 – 7 years experience in applying economics within policy, research and/or regulatory environments.
• Knowledge of competition, regulation and market economics, ideally within energy or similar markets.
• The ability to interpret complex data and economic models and translate findings into practical advice.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills at all levels, including with senior and non-technical audiences.
• Tertiary qualifications in economics or a relevant discipline, preferably at Honours level. 

What’s on offer

• Work on economic and policy issues with national impact.
• Help shape the future direction of Australia’s energy markets.
• Engage with senior decision makers, Commissioners and industry stakeholders.
• Work within a highly skilled economics and policy environment.
• Build expertise across energy market design, competition and regulation.

Diversity and inclusion
The AEMC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to being an inclusive, diverse, flexible and supportive workplace where differences are valued and where all their people can thrive. 
We invite candidates of all gender expressions, ages, ethnicities, and other culturally diverse groups to apply. 
 
How to apply
For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Jess Lewy jessica@orchardtalent.com.au or Niamh Foley niamh@orchardtalent.com.au  of The Orchard Talent Group. To apply please submit your current CV and a brief cover letter via the link. Please note applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia (Permanent Residency or Citizenship).
 
Applications close Sunday 29 November 2026.


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