Job Summary

If you're looking for a role in a dynamic and community-focused organisation that is making a genuine impact on the lives of all Victorians, the Senior Advisor, Price Monitoring and Regulation position could be the right fit for you.

The Senior Advisor leads a small team in the Executive Office to support the division in advancing a high-performance culture by supporting the Price Monitoring and Regulation (PMaR) leadership team to collaboratively develop and report on annual operational plans and oversee a range of governance, risk and stakeholder management functions.

The Senior Advisor provides strategic advice and support to the Executive Director and works collaboratively across the division to deliver high quality service to internal and external stakeholders.

Position details

The position is responsible for:

• Supporting the PMaR leadership team to collaboratively develop and regularly report on, and deliver on, annual operational plans.
• Coordinate the delivery of the work program across the division and adherence to commissions process requirements
• Facilitate regular opportunities for whole of division communication, collaboration and development
• Coordinate regular briefings from the PMaR leadership team as well as other executives from the commission to key external stakeholders, ensuring that agendas and written materials are delivered on time, and to a high standard.
• Lead the Executive Director office team, foster teamwork and support and develop staff.
• Undertake a range of governance, risk and compliance functions.

Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.

This is an ongoing position The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

About us

The Essential Services Commission is Victoria's independent economic regulator of essential services supplied by a range of industries. The commission's functions include:

• making regulatory decisions with respect to prescribed industries (including price determinations, licensing, customer protection and access disputes).
• undertaking reviews and providing advice to Ministers on a range of economic and regulatory matters.
• administering the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.

Be part of a highly respected and professional organisation that allows you to apply your knowledge while supporting flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance work and life. You'll be working in a dynamic and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, highlighting their skills and relevant experience in relation to the role.

Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace

We are Equal Employment Opportunity employer with inclusive leaders committed to driving a workplace culture that prioritises equity, safety, respect, and flexibility for all staff. We uphold the principles of Aboriginal self-determination in caring for our community.

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, parental/carer status, ability, religion, or cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments to equitably participate in our recruitment process, please contact. We look forward to receiving your application.

Other relevant information

Preferred applicants are required to undergo mandatory pre-employment screening, which includes a national criminal history check, right to work verification, qualification checks, and a statutory declaration disclosing any previous misconduct investigations.

Applicants must have corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period to be appointed to this role. Ongoing positions are only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Friday 29th August 2025.