Date: 21 Jun 2026

Location: Sydney, Australia

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Company: Singtel Group

Optus is a leading telecommunications company known for delivering innovative solutions to millions of customers every day. As we operate in a highly regulated and rapidly evolving environment, we are strengthening our Regulatory Affairs function to shape policy outcomes that drive consumer trust, sustainable competition, and long‑term investment.

This is a critical enterprise leadership role where you will influence Australia’s regulatory landscape and guide Optus’ strategy across economic, competition and consumer regulation.

What You’ll Do

Partnering closely with the EGM Regulatory Affairs and senior leaders across Optus, you will:

Lead Optus’ economic and consumer regulatory strategy, shaping policy positions across competition, consumer protection and market regulation
Drive enterprise-wide regulatory advocacy and reform initiatives, influencing policy outcomes aligned to Optus’ strategic objectives
Own Optus’ regulatory reporting frameworks, ensuring strong governance, compliance and executive oversight across obligations
Oversee engagement with regulators and policymakers including the ACCC, ACMA and government bodies, ensuring credible, evidence-based advocacy
Lead regulatory strategy across consumer protection, scams, cyber security and market conduct frameworks
Guide responses to regulatory investigations, inquiries and enforcement actions
Embed regulatory considerations into business decision-making through collaboration with legal, compliance, security and commercial teams
Lead and develop a high-performing team of regulatory professionals, fostering capability and strategic impact
What You’ll Bring
Deep expertise in economic regulation, consumer protection, competition law and telecommunications policy
Proven ability to shape and influence regulatory frameworks through strategic policy leadership and advocacy
Strong leadership experience building and managing high-performing specialist teams
Advanced strategic thinking with the ability to translate regulatory change into commercial, risk and enterprise impacts
Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with credibility at senior regulator and executive levels
Extensive experience (12–15+ years) in economic or consumer regulation, policy or regulated industries
Demonstrated experience working with Australian regulators such as the ACCC and ACMA
Tertiary qualifications in economics, law, public policy, finance or related discipline (postgraduate highly desirable)
The Good Stuff
Competitive remuneration and employee discounts, including monthly credit and savings on Optus products
Flexible hybrid working model
Access to a vibrant campus with on-site amenities including gym, childcare, cafes and more
Inclusive parental leave and family-friendly benefits
Continuous learning and development opportunities
Strong diversity, inclusion and wellbeing programs