Mandala is Australia’s most exciting and impactful new economics and policy consulting firm. We bring strategy consulting methods and unique datasets to questions of economics, public policy, and regulation.
Mandala’s senior leaders have backgrounds in top-tier strategy and economics consulting firms, political offices, and academia. Our team are a collection of the highest-calibre, highest-EQ people, spread across our offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and Canberra, servicing clients based across Australia and around the world.
We already count some of the world’s biggest commercial brands as our clients, alongside Australian federal and state governments, major not-for-profits, leading technology firms and start-ups. We’re helping clients to navigate complex regulatory and commercial questions, unpack wicked policy problems, drive impactful social outcomes, and build a more sustainable future.
Job Description
We are hiring across our Melbourne, Sydney, and Canberra offices.
As a Senior Analyst/Associate in our economics advisory team, you will be involved in supporting a range of client projects by conducting research, analysing economic data, and developing policy recommendations. We work with governments, businesses and organisations as they navigate a changing economy and new markets by combining strategy consulting methods alongside data analytics.
These roles will include:
Client engagement and project delivery:
Work with project teams, typically consisting of three to five consultants, to deliver high-quality outcomes
Be responsible for delivering dedicated workstreams of work within client projects
Support project leads in managing client relationships, establishing trust.
Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Gather and analyse data, structure ambiguous problems, and formulate actionable recommendations
Present findings to client leadership and collaborate with their teams to implement solutions.
Team collaboration and development:
Mentor and develop junior team members, providing feedback and participating in the firm's performance assessment process.
Foster a culture of self-awareness, empathy, and engagement within the team.
Contribute to an inclusive environment, encouraging diverse perspectives and strengths-based development.
Firm development and contributions:
Participate in firm-building activities, such as recruitment, quality assurance, and team engagement initiatives.
Contribute to business development efforts under the mentorship of senior leadership.
Suggest, plan, and deliver activities to reinforce team culture and success.
Personal and professional growth:
Pursue continuous learning opportunities to address development areas and build on strengths.
Manage workstreams and tasks effectively, demonstrating self-motivation and a growth mindset.
Seek and act on feedback to improve performance and achieve career goals.
This is a fantastic opportunity for intellectually curious and passionate individuals interested in economics and public policy who are eager to apply their academic and professional knowledge to high-impact projects.
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree required.
Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, PhD) or equivalent work experience preferred.
Minimum of three years of experience in strategy, economics, public policy, government regulation or related fields (such as law, maths or data science).
Demonstrated ability to contribute meaningfully to team environments and deliver on-time, high-quality projects.
Proven track record of substantial achievement and career progression.
Ability to structure complex problems and develop data-driven solutions.
Proficiency in quantitative analysis and logical reasoning strongly preferred.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Intellectual curiosity and an interest in public policy.
