Advisor, Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Employment Type: Ongoing Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 5/6 Remuneration: $99,938.00 - $110,271.00; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available Applications Close: Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 9:59am Your day as an Advisor The Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport (CITHS) team within the Policy and Budget Group of NSW Treasury plays a crucial role in partnering with the CITHS portfolio to enable economic prosperity and wellbeing for NSW by ensuring fiscal sustainability and rigorous accountability. The team works to advise Government on policies that promote culture, tourism, hospitality and sport across the state including driving vibrant visitor and night-time economies. It acts as the primary coordination point for complex advice across Treasury and Government on these matters. The team provides expert advice on financial management, policy merits and resource allocations. As an Advisor , you will play a key support role to assist in delivering high-quality outcomes that underpin strategic project and policy development, implementation, and evaluation. Your role will be to analyse and support or directly provide advice on policy, regulatory, financial and economic issues facing government agencies delivering these services. This will involve establishing sound relationships with Treasury and agency contacts for the collaborative monitoring of performance and the implementation of change. You will be joining our Policy and Budget Group and will be working within the Transport, Arts, Regions & Planning, Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Team . 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 an 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: A willingness to develop expertise in public policy, economic and/or financial management Strong ability to communicate policy analysis and advice clearly and effectively (verbally and in writing). Demonstrated experience analysing and interpreting data to identify trends or anomalies in financial and non-financial data (including experience with Excel). Understanding of public sector financial management and government policy. Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive stakeholder relationships. Tertiary qualifications in a discipline relevant to public policy, finance, economics, law or accounting (or equivalent). 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 working arrangements 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: establishing close working relationships with colleagues across NSW Treasury and with other Government agencies and stakeholders supporting colleagues and customers through the preparation and delivery of NSW government policy and key budget products delivering regular high-quality fiscal and policy analysis and advice managing competing deadlines in a dynamic work environment establishing sound relationships with Treasury and agency contacts. 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. 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 . We embrace diversity We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales. We currently hold the following accreditations as: a Disability Confident Recruiter with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers. a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices. We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit: https://www.treasury.nsw.gov.au/about-treasury/careers-at-nsw-treasury 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, scott.walker@treasury.nsw.gov.au Close of applications Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 9:59am A concurrent search is also underway. Click “Apply online” below to start your application.
