Optus is seeking a agile Director to join the Transport & IP Engineering leadership team.
This role blends commercial leadership with program delivery, ensuring that investment strategies, vendor partnerships, and special initiatives strengthen the resilience, growth, and innovation of core networks.
The Director will shape financial and engineering roadmaps, secure funding, and drive cross-functional projects that deliver measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of the commercial strategy across Transport & IP Engineering, aligning with enterprise objectives
Oversee investment planning, business case development, and capital governance processes
Drive delivery of high-impact special projects that span multiple business units and functions
Lead vendor negotiations, partnerships, and contract management to secure optimal outcomes and mitigate risk
Champion innovation and transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service performance
Represent the function in executive forums, providing insight and influence on enterprise-wide strategic planning
Requirements:
Strong track record in commercial leadership, investment governance, and strategic planning within telecoms, technology, or infrastructure industries
Proven experience negotiating complex vendor contracts and managing strategic partnerships
Deep understanding of network engineering economics and capital lifecycle management
Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence senior executives, regulators, and external partners
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and driving transformation initiatives
Strong financial and analytical acumen, with the ability to translate enterprise goals into actionable commercial and delivery strategies
Benefits:
Flexible working arrangements (3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
Inclusive carer neutral paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks
Competitive leave including 'Connected Leave' days
Access to resources, webinars, and support via the 'Parents at Work portal'
Opportunities for professional growth through an extensive online and facilitator-led learning catalogue
A vibrant campus life with various facilities, including restaurants, cafes, gymnasium, GP, and post office
A free Optus bus from Macquarie University Metro Station (every 6-8 minutes)
📌 Director Of Commercial Strategy
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📍 Sydney