Analyst - Energy Market Registration

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO); Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Volunteering leave

Annual bonus

Wellness program

Job summary

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is seeking an Analyst - Energy Market Registration to contribute to the efficient operation of Australia’s energy markets by managing registration and onboarding activities for participants. You will develop a broad understanding of market registration requirements under NER, NGR and AEMO policies while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

This role can be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, with flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Regulatory, governance or similar experience in energy sector.
• Ability to interpret information and make evidence-based decisions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Experience in a regulatory/compliance environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end registration and onboarding for participants.
• Assess registration applications for compliance with market rules.
• Build relationships with applicants and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain registration documentation.
• Support regulatory changes and market reforms.
• Assist in managing complex registration matters with senior staff.
• Identify process improvements in registration activities.
• Contribute to a high-performing, customer-focused team environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Regulatory experience

Energy sector

Initiative

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

Division: System Design
Department: Onboarding & Connections
Reference number: 13298
Engagement type: Permanent

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co‑design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

Be part of a purpose‑driven organisation helping deliver a secure, reliable and sustainable energy system for Australia.

About The Team

The Market Registration team plays a critical role in supporting participants entering and operating within Australia's energy markets. We facilitate and manage registration processes across the National Electricity Market (NEM), East Coast Gas Markets and the WA Retail Gas Market, ensuring applications are assessed fairly, efficiently and in accordance with regulatory requirements. Working closely with industry participants, regulators and internal stakeholders, the team helps enable effective market participation while supporting the ongoing evolution and improvement of Australia's energy sector.

About The Role

As an Analyst - Energy Market Registration, you will contribute to the efficient operation of Australia's energy markets by managing registration and onboarding activities and supporting regulatory compliance obligations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail‑oriented analyst with strong stakeholder management skills who enjoys working in a regulatory environment. You will develop a broad understanding of market registration requirements governed by the National Electricity Rules (NER), National Gas Rules (NGR) and AEMO policies, while contributing to process improvements, reform initiatives and industry change programs. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will engage with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to deliver positive registration outcomes and help shape improvements that benefit market participants and the broader energy industry.

This role can be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane

What You Will Be Doing

• Manage end-to-end registration and onboarding activities for participants across AEMO-operated energy markets.
• Assess registration applications and support compliance with relevant market rules, regulations and procedures.
• Build strong relationships with applicants and internal stakeholders to deliver a positive and efficient registration experience.
• Prepare and maintain accurate registration assessments, records and supporting documentation.
• Support the implementation of regulatory changes, market reforms and business improvement initiatives impacting Market Registration.
• Assist in the management of complex registration matters, working closely with senior team members and subject matter experts.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the effectiveness of registration activities.
• Contribute to the ongoing delivery of a high-performing, collaborative and customer-focused team environment.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent industry experience
• Experience in a regulatory, compliance, governance or similar environment, ideally within the energy sector.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and make sound, evidence‑based decisions.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build productive working relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise documentation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality outcomes.
• A proactive approach, demonstrating initiative, accountability and professional integrity.

Benefits

In return some of our benefits to you

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us a t [e-mail]