Regulatory Economist

Optus is a leading telecommunications company known for delivering innovative solutions to millions of customers every day. As we continue to evolve in a highly regulated and rapidly changing industry, we are strengthening our Regulatory Affairs capability to ensure our policy positions are grounded in rigorous, evidence‑based economic insight.

This is a high‑impact role where you will shape how Optus engages with regulators, government and industry — helping drive outcomes that support investment, competition and better customer experiences.

What You’ll Do

Partnering closely with the EGM Regulatory Affairs and senior stakeholders across Corporate Affairs, Strategy and Commercial teams, you will:

• Provide economic analysis and modelling to inform Optus’ regulatory policy positions and advocacy strategy
• Develop and maintain robust economic and financial models assessing impacts on pricing, competition, investment and consumer outcomes
• Conduct market and industry research, including benchmarking Australian and global regulatory frameworks, pricing structures and market dynamics 
• Contribute economic insight to regulatory submissions, consultation responses and executive briefings
• Translate complex analysis into clear, practical, and actionable insights for senior leaders and non‑technical audiences
• Support stakeholder engagement by providing evidence‑based narratives to strengthen advocacy positions
• Monitor regulatory and policy developments and assess risks, opportunities and commercial impacts
• Collaborate across teams to conduct scenario analysis, sensitivity testing and policy evaluation

What You’ll Bring

• Strong grounding in microeconomics, regulatory economics, competition economics and market design 
• Proven ability to apply first‑principles economic theory to real‑world regulatory and commercial challenges
• Advanced analytical capability including economic modelling, cost‑benefit analysis, pricing theory and demand modelling 
• Experience translating complex analysis into clear, compelling insights for diverse stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in regulatory economics, policy analysis or economic consulting (5–7+ years) 
• Exposure to working with regulators, government or policy bodies
• Tertiary qualifications in economics, econometrics, finance, public policy or related discipline (postgraduate highly regarded)
• Collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

The Good Stuff

• Competitive remuneration and employee discounts, including monthly credit and savings on Optus products
• Flexible working with a hybrid model (office + remote)
• Access to a vibrant campus with on‑site amenities including gym, childcare, cafes and more
• Inclusive parental leave and family‑friendly policies
• Ongoing learning through Optus U and industry partnerships
• Employee networks supporting diversity, inclusion and belonging
• Wellbeing support with 24/7 counselling services