Policy and Regulatory Manager

Would you like to contribute to policy reforms to make the energy transition fair and equitable for all Victorians? Do you have empathy and a passion for creating better outcomes for energy customers? Are you able to evaluate problems from multiple perspectives and deliver outcomes which address varying stakeholder needs? Then the Policy and Regulatory Manager role may be for you. Please note: this fixed-term role is a maternity leave backfill for approximately 12-months.

This role provides the opportunity to design and develop robust and consumer-centric reforms to Victoria’s retail energy market to make energy accessible, fair and affordable for all customers. Working within a flexible, supportive and collaborative team and branch, the successful candidate will manage and lead workstreams to provide authoritative, clear and timely advice on policy and implementation options for energy retail and consumer protection matters and reforms, and will provide support and guidance to team members in their delivery of transformative policy advice and reforms. The successful candidate will also develop and prepare high-quality written documentation, including briefings, correspondence, submissions, presentations and reports for a range of audiences including the Minister and departmental executives, and support team members to do the same. The ability to work collaboratively, and maintain effective relationships, with internal and external stakeholders to inform policy development and implementation of reforms to support transparency, consumer protections, affordability and a fair energy transition is also required.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification/s in law or economics is highly desirable.
• Strong experience with Government processes and operations in policy development and reform implementation is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of, or experience with, the energy sector (particularly the electricity and gas retail markets and regulatory frameworks) is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 10 January 2027. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 18 January 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.