What to Expect
Tesla is redefining energy retail through our Virtual Power Plant (VPP) and retail energy platform, seamlessly integrating Tesla Powerwall batteries, EV charging, and electric vehicles to deliver smarter, more sustainable energy solutions. As a Retail Electricity Analyst, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving financial performance and market innovation in Australia. You’ll combine deep financial analysis with cutting-edge tech and AI skills to build your own analytical tools and dashboards, identify untapped opportunities, and help shape market-leading VPP and retail energy products that maximise the value of Tesla’s ecosystem.
This is an opportunity for a self-starter who thrives on autonomy, spots gaps before others do, and turns data into actionable strategies that keep Tesla at the forefront of Australia’s energy transition.
This role can be based in Melbourne, Sydney or Adelaide.
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Conduct financial analysis and competitive benchmarking of retail electricity offers, using data to track performance, forecast outcomes, and optimise pricing strategies.
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Build and maintain offer performance models, financial forecasts, and tracking dashboards—leveraging AI and advanced analytics tools to create custom solutions that improve accuracy and speed.
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Identify gaps and opportunities in the Australian retail electricity market to develop innovative VPP products that increase utilisation of Tesla battery storage, EV charging infrastructure, and electric vehicles.
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Collaborate across teams (product, engineering, trading, and operations) to translate insights into market-leading offerings that deliver both customer value and strong financial returns.
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Monitor regulatory and market changes, providing forward-looking analysis that supports strategic decision-making and risk management.
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Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders, driving alignment on new product initiatives and performance improvements.
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Strong background in financial analysis, with proven experience in modelling, forecasting, and performance tracking.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently as a self-starter, proactively identifying opportunities and closing analytical gaps.
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Advanced tech and AI skills, including experience building custom analytical tools, dashboards, or automation solutions (e.g., Python, SQL, Power BI, or similar).
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively across cross-functional teams.
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
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Preferred experience
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Experience in Australian retail electricity markets and/or energy storage technology.
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Familiarity with Virtual Power Plants, demand response, or behind-the-meter optimisation.
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Hands-on knowledge of Tesla products (Powerwall, EV charging, and/or EVs) or similar distributed energy resources.
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Experience in innovative product development or market expansion within the energy sector.
In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees:
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - Purchase Tesla stock twice per year at a 15% discount
- Parental leave (no minimum employment period)
- Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay
- Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay
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Miscarriage leave - 10 days
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Employee Vehicle Loan Program
- Novated Leasing (AU only)
- Employee Vehicle Finance program (AU only) - Tesla subsidises your loan interest
- Well-being Fund – An annual allowance of $950 USD for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them
- Health insurance discounts (AU only)
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Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work
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Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential counselling for all staff and their families
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Annual Flu Vaccines
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Birthday Leave, Cultural Significance Leave and Volunteer Leave
Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
