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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 team of people. Join EnergyAustralia as our Senior Legal Counsel, Privacy and take on a specialist role where you'll be the go-to expert for all privacy-related matters.

The Role

In this newly created role, you’ll play an essential part in the Customer & Technology Legal team supporting EnergyAustralia with current and future privacy legislation. You’ll have the opportunity to shape and promote strong privacy governance, enhance our information management practices, and drive data enablement strategies. This is an opportunity to support EnergyAustralia’s Purpose while advancing your career in a challenging and regulated environment.

• Interpret and practically apply the legislation requirements from the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and provide support with any other legislation involving the use of data such as the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act (Cth), the Cyber Security Act, the Competition and Consumer Data right, as well as other emerging, or related laws, rules and regulations
• Provide leadership within EnergyAustralia on broader issues relating to data collection, processing, privacy and artificial intelligence
• Lead the single point of engagement with the OAIC (and other relevant regulators) about data breach notifications, privacy complaints or significant projects
• Undertake and implement a range of management activities in relation to compliance with applicable privacy frameworks

How can you support the Clean Energy Transition

To be successful in this role, you will have some, or all of the following:

• Degree and/or tertiary qualification in Law, Business or related field
• For candidates with a legal background, 5+ years in-house experience (or law firm) in AU, or in a commonwealth jurisdiction, i.e. UK, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore)
• Experience with implementing privacy management plans, processes and platforms
• Candidates without legal qualifications but bring significant industry experience in privacy and compliance within energy or regulated industry (such as financial services) are encouraged to apply.

To be eligible for this role, candidates must have existing working rights in Australia.

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. For a specific query, please contact Hazel at hazel.lawson@energyaustralia.com.au

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