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Regulatory Affairs Advisor

  • 509696
  • VIC
  • Corporate
  • Legal
  • Full Time Permanent

About Us

Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all. 

Our ability to deliver on this Purpose will be dependent on our people. As a Regulatory Affairs Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in building and managing key relationships with regulators, market bodies, and industry leaders. Your expertise will support our strategic objectives by advocating for EA’s business positions, participating in industry forums, and driving positive outcomes in market development. You will be instrumental in managing EA’s relationships with stakeholders, ensuring we stay ahead of regulatory changes, and identifying opportunities to navigate risks effectively. If you're passionate about policy, regulation, and influencing industry progress, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact!

About the Role

As the Regulatory Affairs Advisor some of your key responsibilities will include the following:

  • Engage with regulators, market bodies, government departments, industry groups and other key stakeholders to deliver optimal regulatory outcomes for the business.
  • Effectively communicate and influence, through written and oral communications, external regulatory outcomes by advocating EnergyAustralia’s positions.
  • Monitor the external regulatory environment to identify issues that may impact EnergyAustralia’s business. Communicate internally to enable the development of appropriate response strategies.
  • Co-ordinate internal reporting on regulatory activity and changes in the regulatory environment.
  • Support leads, and where appropriate establish EA’s position on emerging regulatory issues
  • Assist in the development of strategies to influence industry changes to align with EAs strategy
  • EnergyAustralia interface with Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)

How can you support the Clean Energy Transition

To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

  • Tertiary education in relevant field, for example Economics, Commerce, Engineering, or Law.
  • Experience in energy regulation or policy
  • Concise and effective communicator with the capacity to influence across a range of audiences (both technical and non-technical)
  • Strong problem-solving ability, which can understand the detail while delivering on the bigger picture
  • Ability to work effectively in an inclusive, respectful team environment

If you share our passion for a clean energy future for all and want to join us #Doing. Not just dreaming, then click the 'Apply’ button.

Why Us?

We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome.  We offer;

  • Employee discount on your electricity and gas, discounts on major brands and products
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • 20 weeks’ paid parental leave that’s completely gender-equal
  • Energise Program - flexible working that is team centric enabling all individuals to agree and succeed together
  • Excellent company culture, down-to-earth and friendly organisation - be authentic, bring your whole self to work!
  • 2 paid recharge days
  • State-of-the-art Melbourne office, stunning views only 3-4 minute walk from Southern Cross station
  • Inhouse Café and Onsite Tech Bar

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