Role Snapshot Shape policy positions that influence the future of Australia's energy systems. Lead internal coordination and external engagement on key reform and regulatory initiatives. Contribute to national strategy and system transition as part of a high-impact team. About our Client Our client plays an important role in the development and coordination of Australia’s energy markets. With responsibilities across planning, market operations, and system design, the organisation supports the reliable and efficient delivery of electricity and gas across the country. As the energy system evolves, clear policy direction and regulatory engagement are essential to support long-term reform and enable the transition underway. This role sits at the intersection of technical operations, strategic planning, and public policy—supporting the delivery of long-term market reform and system transition. About the Role As Policy Manager – Energy Markets, you will lead the development of strategic policy positions, regulatory responses, and market reform recommendations. You will work at the interface of market operations, engineering, strategy, and government to shape responses to critical policy, planning, and regulatory issues across Australia’s energy markets. This role requires strong policy insight, stakeholder engagement capability, and a structured, analytical approach to managing complex reform challenges. You will support internal coordination across technical, legal, planning, and operations teams while ensuring the organisation’s policy voice is clearly and credibly represented in external forums. Key Responsibilities Develop clear, evidence-based policy positions on key energy market reform issues Lead responses to consultations, rule changes, and strategic policy initiatives Coordinate cross-functional input into regulatory reviews and government-led processes Engage with energy market bodies, regulators, policy-makers, and industry stakeholders Support national energy planning, system transition, and market design programs Contribute to thought leadership and briefing materials for internal and external audiences Maintain up-to-date understanding of market reforms, policy trends, and regulatory change Ensure internal alignment between operational expertise, technical advice, and policy submissions Business Coverage National Electricity Market (NEM) and east coast gas markets Energy policy, market design, and regulatory reform System planning, market operations, and energy transition strategy Stakeholder engagement across market institutions and government Internal policy coordination across planning, engineering, and legal functions Candidate Profile You are a policy and strategy professional with deep understanding of Australia's energy markets and a passion for enabling reform in the public interest. You bring analytical rigour, clear communication, and experience navigating regulatory complexity in dynamic environments. Key attributes include: 6–10 years’ experience in energy policy, regulatory affairs, market reform, or system planning Strong knowledge of NEM and gas market frameworks, governance, and reform processes Demonstrated experience leading complex policy or regulatory projects Ability to translate technical or economic issues into clear policy advice and submissions Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across institutions Strong written communication, brief writing, and strategic presentation capability Qualifications in public policy, economics, engineering, law, or a related field What’s on Offer Join a nationally significant organisation enabling the energy system transition Lead policy strategy on market reform, planning, and regulatory alignment Collaborative and high-performing environment with impact across the energy sector Work on system-critical issues with long-term public and market significance Flexible hybrid work arrangements - 2 office days per week Competitive salary, benefits, and development opportunities in a growing field How to Apply Policy & Reform Experience: Outline your experience working across market policy, energy reform, or regulatory strategy. Energy Sector Understanding: Highlight your knowledge of NEM/gas markets, governance frameworks, or system planning. To express your interest, submit your CV and a short cover letter. For a confidential discussion, contact: Ivan Pignataro | Director, D’Arcy Weil T: 61 3 9999 7409 | M: 0416 507 856 D’Arcy Weil is a First Recruitment International company. EnergyPolicy MarketReform ElectricityMarkets GasMarkets PublicInterest EnergyTransition SystemPlanning RegulatoryStrategy MelbourneJobs StakeholderEngagement PolicyLeadership CleanEnergy EnergyMarkets
