About the Opportunity D'Arcy Weil is a trusted advisory firm partnering with leading energy companies, regulatory bodies, and renewable energy developers across Australia and internationally. We specialise in high-level consulting, regulatory strategy, and policy advisory, helping organisations navigate complex energy market dynamics. Our client, a major Australian energy retailer, requires a Regulatory Advisor to provide expert guidance on retail energy compliance and regulatory matters. This fixed-term contract offers the opportunity to work on critical regulatory initiatives during a period of significant market change and reform. The Role As Regulatory Advisor, you will provide specialist advice on retail energy regulations, compliance frameworks, and regulatory risk management. Working closely with commercial, legal, and operations teams, you'll ensure the business maintains compliance with evolving regulatory obligations whilst supporting strategic objectives in a competitive retail energy market. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice on retail energy regulatory frameworks including the National Energy Retail Law, National Energy Retail Rules, and jurisdictional energy laws Monitor and interpret regulatory developments, policy changes, and their implications for retail energy operations and customer-facing activities Support compliance with Australian Energy Regulator requirements, Essential Services Commission obligations, and other state-based retail energy regulations Prepare regulatory submissions, responses to consultations, and briefings for senior management on retail energy policy matters Conduct regulatory risk assessments across retail operations, identifying compliance gaps and developing remediation strategies Support customer protection compliance including hardship programmes, life support obligations, and complaint handling frameworks Collaborate with customer service, billing, and operations teams to embed regulatory requirements into business processes Assist with regulatory reporting obligations and compliance monitoring across retail energy licence conditions Provide guidance on marketing and sales compliance, including pricing disclosure and contract terms Support regulatory audits, investigations, and stakeholder engagement with regulatory bodies Maintain compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures aligned with current regulatory standards Deliver training and guidance to business units on retail energy regulatory obligations Your Background and Experience We are seeking candidates with demonstrated regulatory expertise in Australian retail energy markets: Minimum 5 years of regulatory or compliance experience within Australian retail energy or utilities sectors Strong knowledge of National Energy Retail Law, National Energy Retail Rules, and jurisdictional retail energy frameworks Understanding of Australian Energy Regulator and Essential Services Commission regulatory approaches and expectations Experience with customer protection regulations, hardship frameworks, and energy consumer safeguards Proven ability to interpret complex regulations and provide practical, commercial advice to business stakeholders Experience preparing regulatory submissions, compliance reports, or responses to regulatory inquiries Bachelor's degree in Law, Economics, Business, or related field Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with strong attention to detail Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex regulatory matters clearly Ability to work collaboratively across business functions and build effective stakeholder relationships Knowledge of energy retail operations, billing systems, and customer service processes advantageous Understanding of emerging retail energy issues including distributed energy resources, demand response, and consumer data rights desirable Why Contract Through D'Arcy Weil? Exclusive Access – Work on high-impact projects with top-tier organisations Premium Contracting Terms – Competitive daily rates with flexible PAYG or ABN options Strategic Career Growth – Exposure to high-profile projects and industry leadership opportunities End-to-End Support – Contract negotiation, compliance, and career advisory handled seamlessly Trusted Reputation – Work with a leader in executive recruitment and advisory Flexible Engagement – Contract duration tailored to project requirements and your availability Industry Network – Access to D'Arcy Weil's extensive energy sector network and future opportunities Professional Development – Continuous exposure to cutting-edge regulatory developments and industry best practices Contract Details Duration: 6 months (fixed-term) Location: Melbourne with hybrid working arrangements Start Date: Immediate Rate: Competitive daily rate commensurate with experience Engagement Type: Fixed-term contractor through D'Arcy Weil (PAYG or ABN options available) How to Apply Submit your resume, cover letter, and details of relevant retail energy regulatory experience. For direct inquiries, contact: Ivan Pignataro | Director D'Arcy Weil E: ivan@darcyweil.com T: 61 3 9999 7409 M: 0416 507 856 Only candidates with Australian working rights will be considered. li
