Manager Connections

**About ElectraNet**:
ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

**Employee Benefits**:
ElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package of starting at $165,000 + superannuation, negotiable based on experience. In addition, we are proud to offer:

- Performance bonus eligibility of up to 15%
- Flexible and remote working arrangements including regular work from home
- 15 days personal/carers leave per year
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer
- Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave
- Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations

Visit our careers page to read more about our employee benefits.

**The Opportunity**:
ElectraNet is seeking a motivated and experienced Manager to lead our team and play a vital role in achieving our ambitious growth strategy. In this leadership position, you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of customer connections, from opportunity identification and development to project execution and delivery. You'll build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring exceptional customer service and driving the creation of new revenue streams.
- Identify, develop, and secure new customer connection opportunities.
- Manage customer relationships, ensuring contractual obligations are met and exceeding customer expectations.
- Lead the development of proposals, bids, and transactions for new business ventures.
- Collaborate with internal teams across various departments to ensure seamless project execution.
- Contribute to the development of ElectraNet's Corporate Growth Strategy and work closely with other key functions.
- Continuously monitor market trends and industry developments to identify new opportunities and inform strategic decision-making.

**About You**:
The successful applicant will be/have:

- A highly motivated and commercially focused leader with a proven track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.
- An experienced negotiator with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at influencing stakeholders at all levels.
- A strategic thinker with a strong understanding of the electricity market, regulations, and industry trends.
- A problem-solver with a proactive approach and the ability to manage complex projects effectively.
- 10+ years of experience in a deal advice/consultancy, business development, or related industry role (essential).
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant technical, financial, or commercial field (essential).
- 5+ years of people leadership experience in a public or private corporate environment (essential).
- Advanced written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution expertise.
- Strong commercial acumen and the ability to conduct financial/risk analysis.

At ElectraNet, we recognise that your potential extends beyond our qualifications. We believe that transferable skills, attitude, and value alignment are equally important for success in our company. That’s why we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every job criterion. Your lived experience and skills could be the key to unlocking your potential with us.

**How To Apply**: