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Paul Grimes

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Chief Executive Officer at Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)
📍 Reid, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Dr. Paul Grimes is the CEO of the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), bringing extensive public sector experience from senior federal and state government roles. He has led several departments, including the NSW Treasury and the Federal Department of Agriculture. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the Australian National University.

Dr. Grimes has a profound focus on climate change and environmental sustainability, evidenced by his recent role as the inaugural Chair of the NSW Net Zero Commission. His career reflects a deep commitment to public service and economic strategy, particularly in response to major national and global challenges.

He was awarded the Public Service Medal for his outstanding work in developing the Australian Governments response to the global financial crisis.

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Experience
33 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Reid, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Net Zero Transition
Served as the inaugural Chair of the NSW Net Zero Commission, tasked with monitoring and reporting on the state's progress towards its emissions reduction targets.
International Trade
As CEO of Austrade, he is focused on helping Australian businesses expand into new markets and attracting foreign investment, particularly from Southeast Asia.
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Career

Work history

3-2025
Chief Executive Officer
Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)
7-2024 - 3-2025
Chair
Net Zero Commission NSW
4-2024 - 3-2025
Member - Emissions Reduction Assurance Committee
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
5-2023 - 3-2025
Independent Adviser
Self-employed
1-2022 - 4-2023
Secretary
NSW Treasury
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Education
1991 - 1994
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
The Australian National University
1990 - 1990
Master’s Degree
The Australian National University
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