Senior External Affairs Specialist

Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation); Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous paid parental leave

Other leave options including REPRO/PA

Volunteer leave

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation) in Perth seeks a Senior External Affairs Specialist for a 12-month max-term role based at our Central Park office. The Senior External Affairs Specialist provides strategic communications leadership to governance of corporate publications, including the Annual Report and other enterprise publications that communicate performance and commitments.

The role collaborates across Communications, Government Relations, Policy, Stakeholder

Qualifications

• Degree level qualifications in communications, media, public relations, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic communications, media or public relations team within a large complex organisation
• Practical understanding of government processes, expectations and competing demands.
• Has the ability to effectively interact with Executives and senior leaders
• Able to write corporate reporting, organisation and excellent time management skills with a proactive and collaborative approach

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development, coordination and governance of Synergy's corporate publications, including the Annual Report, Modern Slavery Statement and other enterprise publications.
• Partner with Communications, Brand and Marketing and business stakeholders to deliver publications that accurately reflect organisational priorities, commitments and reporting obligations.
• Provide communications support to executive leadership team, including CEO and Board
• Develop communications strategies and plans that support enterprise priorities.
• Identify and assess external communication opportunities that support Synergy's strategic narrative and enterprise priorities.
• Provide strategic advice on executive speaking engagements, industry forums, conferences

Skills

Strategic communications

Executive interaction

Time management

Collaborative approach

Education

Degree in communications/PR

Job description

Perth

We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.

And we want you to be part of it.

You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.

But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.

Our Big Battery is now live in Kwinana, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, the WA EV Network has launched, and we have many other projects in the works.

We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.

We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.

This is where you come in.

Role Description

The Senior External Affairs Specialist is an exciting 12-month max term opportunity working in our Perth Central Park Office.

Synergy’s Brand, Marketing and Communications team leads the design and amplification of Synergy’s one voice to the community, stakeholders, and its people to drive engagement and strengthen reputation.

The Senior External Affairs Specialist provides strategic communications expertise to support organisational priorities, executive communications and enterprise-wide initiatives. The role leads the development and governance of Synergy's corporate publications, including the Annual Report and other enterprise publications that communicate Synergy's performance, impact, commitments and reputation narrative.

The role identifies and assesses external communication opportunities that support Synergy's strategic objectives, including executive speaking engagements, industry forums, awards, partnerships and thought leadership activities. Working collaboratively across Communications, Government Relations, Policy, Stakeholder Engagement and wider business teams, the role helps ensure communication approaches are informed, aligned and support enterprise outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development, coordination and governance of Synergy's corporate publications, including the Annual Report, Modern Slavery Statement and other enterprise publications.
• Partner with Communications, Brand and Marketing and business stakeholders to deliver publications that accurately reflect organisational priorities, commitments and reporting obligations.
• Provide communications support to executive leadership team, including CEO and Board
• Develop communications strategies and plans that support enterprise priorities.
• Identify and assess external communication opportunities that support Synergy's strategic narrative and enterprise priorities.
• Provide strategic advice on executive speaking engagements, industry forums, conferences

What You Will Bring

• Degree level qualifications in communications, media, public relations, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic communications, media or public relations team within a large complex organisation
• Practical understanding of government processes, expectations and competing demands.
• Has the ability to effectively interact with Executives and senior leaders
• Able to write corporate reporting, organisation and excellent time management skills with a proactive and collaborative approach

So, what's it like working for Synergy?

As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.

At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.

Here's a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave
• Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
• Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community
• Learning and development opportunities

More details can be found here

At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.

Section 51

“Synergy is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieving equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) and section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) will apply to this vacancy. We welcome applications from anyone who has the demonstrated skills and experience to successfully perform this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.”

Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.

Applications close 10th September 2026, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

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