Optus is an Australian telecommunications company, delivering more than 11 million services to our customers every day across mobile, broadband and digital solutions.  

The Senior Corporate Counsel reports to the Assistant General Counsel – Commercial & Data and plays a key role in delivering legal support across the Optus Group on privacy, data governance, and responsible AI. The role partners closely with the Privacy Office, Data Office, and broader Legal team to embed privacy requirements into Optus’ consumer-facing, business-facing and internal activities while providing trusted advice to all business units including Consumer, Enterprise, and People & Culture.

Operating in one of Australia's most competitive and heavily regulated industries, the role also involves monitoring legislative and industry developments, supporting the rollout of Privacy Act reforms, managing external counsel, and advising on Optus' obligations to law enforcement authorities.