Head of Retail Compliance – Commercial Mass Market

Alinta Energy is one of Australia's biggest energy retailers, generators and developers with over 1.1 million customers.

Australia’s energy system is undergoing the biggest transformation in its history and we’re right there with it. We’re investing in and developing large-scale renewables and storage projects as part of our ongoing effort to provide our customers with reliable, affordable and sustainable energy.

We want a senior lawyer who combines strong legal expertise with commercial judgement and can bring clarity to complex issues.

What you will do

- Lead and develop a high‑performing retail compliance team supporting the Commercial Mass Market and Brand & Marketing teams.
- Provide pragmatic, commercially grounded compliance advice to General Managers, senior leaders and business partners.
- Interpret, apply and advise on complex Energy Law, and its application to business operations, major initiatives, incidents and transformation projects.
- Work closely with operational and regulatory teams to identify and mitigate risks arising from Energy Law within a complex operating workplace.
- Continuously strengthen the frameworks, systems and controls through which the business manages its obligations under Energy Law, and associated risks.
- Represent Retail Compliance in Senior Forums and bring a clear view of Energy Law risk to business decision-making.

Your experience

- Tertiary qualification in Law.
- Significant senior legal experience in a complex and highly regulated industry (preferably energy retail regulatory law).




- Demonstrated ability to interpret complex regulatory law and provide clear, practical and commercially grounded advice on its application.
- Strong experience identifying and mitigating risks arising from the application of law within a complex operational environment.
- Experience embedding compliance into business operations, strategic programs and transformation initiatives.
- Experience advising senior leaders on complex operational matters, major business initiatives and regulatory change.
- Proven people‑leadership capability, with experience building and empowering high‑performing teams.
- Strong stakeholder influence and the ability to work effectively with senior leaders and multi‑disciplinary teams.
- The ability to operate effectively in a fast‑moving environment and navigate a significant and ongoing pipeline of change.
- Sound judgment and commercial acumen, with a focus on enabling business outcomes and protecting reputation.
- High‑level analytical and decision‑making skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.

Benefits

- Flexible working.
- Energy discounts.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid volunteer day each year.
- Fully stocked kitchens.
- Other benefits available upon hire.

Our Diversity Commitment

Alinta Energy encourages applications from any qualified person, including First Nations Australians, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people of all ages and people living with disability. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to advancing women’s careers as a Work180 Endorsed Employer.

Please note this role requires full working rights within Australia.

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📌 Head of Retail Compliance - Commercial Mass Market (Melbourne)
🏢 Alinta Energy
📍 Melbourne