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About The Role
The Senior Government Relations Advisor plays a pivotal role in advancing Telstra's strategic priorities through influential government engagement, trusted stakeholder relationships, and expert advice on complex policy and public affairs matters.
Location: Canberra, ACT (preferred). Applications welcome from candidates across Australia. Regular travel to Canberra required.
What We Offer
* Performance‐related pay
* Access to thousands of learning programs
* Global presence across 22 countries – opportunities to work where we do business
* Purchased annual leave scheme
* Additional Telstra day off
* Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
* Toolkit provided (laptop + mobile phone + plan paid for)
Key Responsibilities
* Partner with the Head of Government Relations and the broader Public Affairs team to support Telstra's strategic priorities.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships across the business to manage sensitive and pressing issues.
* Influence government stakeholders to advance Telstra's commercial objectives and policy positions.
* Build and sustain relationships with political, departmental and government stakeholders, connecting them with senior executives and relevant internal teams.
* Protect and enhance Telstra's reputation with government stakeholders and manage key risks.
* Assist in resolving escalated customer complaints and electorate issues raised via MPs.
* Develop and execute government engagement strategies on a range of policy issues relevant to Telstra.
About You
* Broad and proven experience in government relations, stakeholder engagement, or a related field with a proven ability to influence policy and manage complex issues across multiple jurisdictions.
* Established relationships across the political landscape, including federal and state government stakeholders.
* Skilled at managing diverse issues, balancing competing priorities, and anticipating emerging trends.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise briefs, high‐quality submissions and present complex information clearly and persuasively.
* Strategic thinking and collaboration – ability to work across teams, influence senior decision‐making and manage multiple priorities in a fast‐paced environment.
* Enthusiasm, resilience, flexibility, strong business acumen, attention to detail, a proactive and collaborative approach.
Key Skills
* Government advocacy & relations
* Stakeholder management
* Strategic delivery & issue management
* Risk identification & mitigation
* Business partnering
* Motivates with vision and meaning
* Communication excellence
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