Regulatory Analyst

Transgrid; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Transgrid is seeking a Regulatory Analyst to join the Regulatory Strategy team in Sydney. You will support regulatory strategy through research, modelling, and stakeholder engagement across initiatives affecting Australia's energy network.

The role focuses on shaping regulatory submissions, revenue determinations, and policy reform activities, enabling a cleaner energy future and meaningful career growth in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of electricity industry or related sectors.
• Ability to analyse regulatory policy and translate into practical outcomes.
• Experience with research, analysis, modelling or technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake research and regulatory modelling to support decisions and submissions.
• Contribute to revenue proposals, policy submissions and regulatory determinations.
• Prepare briefing papers and evidence-based recommendations for leadership.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to meet regulatory milestones.
• Monitor developments in energy regulation and policy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Regulatory analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem solving

Financial modelling

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics

Job description

About Transgrid

At Transgrid , we power communities, support industries and enable Australia's transition to a c leaner energy future. As the operator of the largest electricity transmission network in Australia, we provide the backbone of the National Electricity Market and play a critical role in connecting renewable energy to homes and businesses across the country. Every day, our people contribute to projects and decisions that shape the future of Australia's energy system. The work is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and the impact extends to generations to come.

About The Role

We are seeking a Regulatory Analyst to join our Regulatory Strategy team and help shape the regulatory and policy frameworks underpinning Australia's energy future. In this role, you will support Transgrid's regulatory strategy through research, analysis, financial and regulatory modelling, and stakeholder engagement across a diverse portfolio of initiatives. You will contribute to major regulatory submissions, revenue determinations, investment assessments and policy reform activities that influence how Australia's energy infrastructure is planned, funded and delivered. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytically minded professional looking to build specialist expertise in economic regulation, energy policy and strategic decision-making within one of Australia's most important industries.

What You’ll Do

• Undertake research, analysis and regulatory modelling to support strategic regulatory decisions and submissions.
• Contribute to revenue proposals, RINs, RIT-Ts and policy submissions.
• Prepare briefing papers, reports and evidence-based recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver key regulatory milestones.
• Monitor developments in energy regulation and policy.

What You’ll Bring

• Foundational knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, the electricity industry, economic regulation, public policy or commercial analysis, with the ability and motivation to develop specialist knowledge of transmission regulation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Positive, can-do attitude with a strong aptitude to learn and confidence working in evolving environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in research, analysis, modelling or technical documentation.
• Degree qualifications in economics, law, commerce, engineering, finance, public policy or related discipline.

Why This Role?

This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Australia's energy future by influencing the regulatory frameworks and policy settings that support the energy transition. Working alongside experienced professionals across the business, you'll contribute to complex and high-profile regulatory initiatives while building strong cross-functional relationships. At the same time, you'll have the opportunity to grow your expertise in energy regulation, policy, analysis and stakeholder engagement, developing specialist skills and a rewarding career in a dynamic and evolving industry.

Our Values

Transgrid ’ s core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrid ’ s people, who embody them every day.

Recognition & Reward

We believe in providing our people personal, professional and social benefits so that they can deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc , as well as novated leasing options, flexible workplace policies, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more! Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ people, mature-age candidates and those returning to the workforce after a career break. If you require adjustments during any stage of our recruitment process, we're committed to providing support so you can participate fully and perform at your best. We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model.

Join us in shaping the future of Australia's energy network.

Applications close on the 25 th September 2026

Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, and we will assess applications as they are received.