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Senior Policy and Strategic Advisor, EL2, Specialist Advice and Services Division (EA2025/104)Join to apply for the Senior Policy and Strategic Advisor, EL2, Specialist Advice and Services Division (EA2025/104) role at ACCCSenior Policy and Strategic Advisor, EL2, Specialist Advice and Services Division (EA2025/104)3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Policy and Strategic Advisor, EL2, Specialist Advice and Services Division (EA2025/104) role at ACCCGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Do you want to work at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue new and exciting pathways?Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningful matters?Do you want to be part of an exciting period implementing a new mergers regime with the ACCC?Do you want to work at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue new and exciting pathways?Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningful matters?Do you want to be part of an exciting period implementing a new mergers regime with the ACCC?Then this is the place for you! At the ACCC, were proud of the impact we can make together. We understand the responsibilities and challenges that come with a fast moving and ever-changing environment. Our high performing culture is built on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. Its why were driven by connection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support with each other freely and frequently. Its why we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. At the ACCC, we believe the best version of you is the one thats true to who you are and thats the you we want working alongside us.We value flexibility, and all roles can be performed from any capital city in a state or territory or Townsville and are available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis.Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.The successful candidate will be appointed as an ongoing EL2 and may attract an additional allowance via an IFA depending on the skills and experience of the candidate. Please note that all IFAs are reviewed annually in accordance with the IFA policy and are not ongoing.What you will do as the Senior Policy and Strategic Advisor:assisting with the significant change management program being undertaken and identifying areas to improve internal and external useability of the new regime.providing strategic advice and assistance on nuanced issues around mandatory regimes, including on efficient assessment of notification requirements based on the thresholds and monitoring and enforcing mandatory notification.identifying opportunities and providing advice and insights into how to triage high volumes of applications, ensuring the process is efficient and risk based with appropriate resources allocated.assisting the ACCC to refine its approach to merger assessment, analysis, and evidence gathering, drawing on global best practices in testing propositions/theories of harm efficiently and robustly.assisting with the consideration of acquisitions notified under the mandatory regime, including during pre-notification and subsequent review.assessing impacts, financial implications, interactions with other programs and political and administrative feasibility of policies and ensure the Commission is well equipped to make decisions on high-level policy matters and submissions.About YouIn order to succeed in the role, you will have:exceptional knowledge of merger regimes globally, to ensure that the ACCC is learning from best practice overseas.experience in senior advisory and management roles within regulatory agencies, including international regulatory agencies.demonstrate experience in influencing and persuading to outcomes that promote competition.deep knowledge of internal workings of administrative competition regimes.very strong communication, advocacy and influencing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and collegiately across teams and with people at different levels.senior leadership and management skills (including organisational and intellectual leadership) and superior people management skills, including supporting learning and capability development in a highly complex and fast paced environment.at least the equivalent of one-year full-time work experience in a policy analyst / advisor role related to competition regulation / enforcement either in Australia or overseas. Preference given to applicants with 10+ years of experience.tertiary qualification/s in a relevant field such as Law or Economics.To find out more about us and the role, please read the Candidate Kit.How To ApplyYou will be asked to answer two behavioural questions (refer to the Candidate Kit) and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum).Salary: $143,411- $168,064 (plus 15.4% superannuation). The successful candidate will be appointed as an EL2 and may attract an additional allowance via an IFA depending on the skills and experience of the candidate. Please note that all IFAs are reviewed annually in accordance with the IFA policy and are not ongoing.Contact Officer: Clare OReilly, 02 9230 3854Applications Close: 11:00pm (AEST), Monday 21 July 2025Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeOtherJob functionJob functionBusiness Development and SalesIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at ACCC by 2xGet notified about new Strategic Advisor jobs in Perth, Western Australia, Australia.Perth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoDirector | Strategy & Operations TransformationPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoTransformation | Associate and Senior Associate rolesPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoDirector - Operational Transformation (Mining)Perth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoSenior Manager, Capital Advisory - Capital Strategy (Perth)Perth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoFRANCHISE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Fractional C-Suite and Part-Time Director servicePerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoEY Parthenon - Senior Consultant - Mergers and AcquisitionsPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$110.00-A$129.00 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoDigital Transformation Manager Lead Strategic Innovation & ChangePerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoBusiness Development Manager - AttachmentsPerth, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$135,402.00-A$152,073.00 1 week agoInfrastructure & Capital Projects Director/Senior DirectorPerth, Western Australia, Australia 4 hours agoResearch Development Advisor, Faculty of Health SciencesPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoClient Manager Tax, Business Services & AdvisoryPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 months agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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