* Do you want to work at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue new and exciting pathways?
* Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningful matters?
* Do you want to help lead the Scams Prevention and Digital Markets Division as the ACCC works to implement the proposed digital competition regime?
Then this is the place for you At the ACCC, we're proud of the impact we can make together. We understand the responsibilities and challenges that come with a fast moving and ever-changing environment. Our high performing culture is built on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. It's why we're driven by connection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support with each other freely and frequently. It's why we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. At the ACCC, we believe the best version of you is the one that's true to who you are – and that's the you we want working alongside us.
We value flexibility, and all roles can be performed from any capital city in a state or territory or Townsville and are available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis.
Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be appointed as an ongoing EL2 and may attract an additional allowance via an IFA depending on the skills and experience of the candidate. Please note that all IFAs are reviewed annually in accordance with the IFA policy and are not ongoing.
What you will do as the Executive Director in the Digital Markets Branch
* supervise EL2s and others in the branch, role modelling our leadership behaviours, supporting a professional and collaborative working environment, coaching, giving continuous feedback, manage performance, resolving conflict and facilitating career development.
* provide leadership for a team who are providing complex advice on digital platforms regulation and be accountable for the decisions of the team.
* build strong relationships with stakeholders and acting as the technical expert who can translate complex issues and distil those for a broader audience.
* assist the General Manager to provide the strategic direction in this complex and sensitive area.
* be accountable for determining the team deliverables, performance measures and outcomes.
About you
In order to succeed in the role, you will have
* extensive experience (at least 5 years) with digital platform markets or regulation in similar markets.
* proven experience with legislative development, or legal or economic analysis.
* demonstrated experience leading a team or a similar role in a fast-paced and large complex people-centred organisation.
* highly developed stakeholder management and engagement skills and experience with government processes and procedures.
* highly developed capability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally within a dynamic organisation, fostering productive relationships with funding bodies and stakeholders while effectively representing the organisation's interests.
* a strong understanding of the Australian economic reform agenda, current industry policy and regulatory landscape as well as the ACCC's broader operating environment.
* excellent project management skills including the ability to manage teams including technical experts and multiple work streams with competing priorities in time sensitive environments.
* excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to distil complex information and adapt communication to diverse audiences, ensuring technical information is accessible and actionable.
* highly developed understanding, or ability to quickly acquire an advanced understanding, of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010(Cth) and other relevant legislation, as well as a strong understanding of the roles and functions of the ACCC.
* tertiary qualifications (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field such as economics, law, commerce or public policy/regulation.
To find out more about us and the role, please read the Candidate Kit.
How to apply
You will be asked to respond to the statement of claims of no more than 800 words and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum).
Salary: $143,411 - $168,064 (plus 15.4% superannuation)
Contact Officer: Kate Reader,
Applications Close: 11:00pm (AEDT), Sunday 1 February 2026