Senior Strategy Analyst

Join to apply for the Senior Strategy Analyst / Strategy Analyst role at Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) 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: Western Australia & StrategyDepartment: StrategyReference number: 12762Engagement type: Permanent About The Role AEMO’s Corporate Strategy team shapes our organisational direction by developing a long‑term vision, priorities and goals. We advise the Board, CEO and Executive Leadership on emerging strategic opportunities, challenges and trends, drawing on comprehensive energy industry analysis and organisational performance insights. Collaborating across all AEMO divisions, we provide a holistic, strategic perspective, enabling informed decision‑making to best deliver on AEMO’s evolving role. The Strategy team also works closely across the organisation to translate our strategy into clear plans to deliver our vision and purpose. Reporting to the Group Manager Strategy, you will be working within a high‑impact and tight‑knit team, focused on analysing Australia’s energy systems and trends, assessing best practices from similar organisations, delivering insights to Board, Executive and Senior leadership, supporting the development of strategic priorities and guiding AEMO’s strategic planning process. Your contribution will be pivotal in shaping Australia’s energy future. What You Will Be Doing In this role, you will leverage your strong foundations in the energy industry and knowledge to analyse Australian energy system and market trends, undertake scenario planning and identify key implications to AEMO and the energy transition. Key Accountabilities Include Undertake complex strategic analysis, developing and applying frameworks and tools. Proactively monitor and evaluate local and international trends in the energy sector. Develop actionable strategic insights and implications for AEMO. Oversee and track the delivery of strategic initiatives across the organisation. What You Will Bring To The Role Tertiary qualifications in a relevant business discipline (Engineering, Science, Economics, Commerce). Strong foundations in a strategy‑focused role, ideally gained within a leading consulting firm, corporate strategy function or a relevant energy industry context. Superior analytical and modelling skills, with the ability to efficiently structure and undertake analysis with proficiency in using the tools available. Exceptional structured thinking and complex problem‑solving skills, with an ability to strategically frame issues and develop and rigorously test hypotheses. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working directly with senior management. Benefits 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 at Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Business Development and Sales Industries Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr