Description

  • Permanent, full-time role – flexible/hybrid work available
  • Collaboratively solve problems and communicate solutions
  • Work with clients to achieve more sustainable places, communities and economies

About SGS

An urban and public policy consultancy and certified B Corp with high standards of accountability and transparency, we play a critical role as independent and trusted advisors to government and organisations that shape Australia’s cities and regions. Our robust, evidence-based insights help government, business and community leaders understand how places and communities function, assess what projects and programs work, and plan future places and precincts. Beyond advisory services, we hold workshops and courses to share knowledge collaboratively.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Consultant to deliver independent policy advice on planning, economic, social, and environmental issues. In this role, you will collaborate with a range of clients to understand their challenges and provide tailored, evidence-based solutions—whether through reports, data visualisations, or stakeholder engagement.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team of economists, social planners, and spatial analysts, on topics including land use forecasting (e.g., population, demography, economy/jobs), infrastructure needs analyses (e.g., transport, education, community), and policy/strategy development. This is a permanent full-time role, ideally based in our Melbourne office, but we are open to candidates from Sydney.

Your strong quantitative skills and ability to translate technical analysis into clear, compelling insights will help shape impactful recommendations for our clients and contribute to more equitable and sustainable cities and regions.

A bit about you:

You have 3-4 years of professional experience, ideally for government or in a consulting role, with qualifications in economics or similar quantitative fields and experience in public policy or social science contexts. You will bring a strong mix of the following skills and expertise:

    • Strong quantitative skills and the ability to form a hypothesis and critically analyse data.
    • A great communicator with the ability to make sense of complex ideas and data, creating clear and actionable solutions and recommendations for our clients.
    • The ability to work on multiple projects, stay organised to meet deadlines, and keep the team in the loop.
    • Thrive working in a team, communicating clearly and regularly with technical and non-technical colleagues, sharing ideas and knowledge, and collaborating to achieve the best outcomes for the project and our clients.

    You will also have strong skills in commonly used software, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience in additional analysis and visualisation software (e.g., GIS software, Python, R, PowerBI) will be viewed favourably.

    What we offer

    At SGS Economics and Planning, we are driven by a shared vision to create more sustainable, equitable and vibrant communities. We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment where diversity, creativity, and continuous learning are valued. Our team works on projects that make an impact, shaping the future of cities and regions. We provide a supportive culture where everyone’s contributions are valued and professional growth is encouraged. By collaborating with industry leaders and engaging in innovative thought leadership, our team finds purpose and fulfilment in their work. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered to excel. With a truly flexible working environment, we empower our people to work as they need to deliver at their best.

    How to apply

    Please submit a 1-page cover letter and your resume to be considered for this role.

    Don’t meet every requirement? At SGS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification or requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage people with diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, to apply.

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