Former New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian has joined Australia’s second largest telecommunications firm Optus, in a move likely to bolster Optus’ chances of winning more government contracts. The former premier will be the managing director of enterprise, business, and institutional, and will assist Optus with “delivering on its vision to become Australia’s most loved everyday brand.” “To deliver on our vision we need to think and do things differently and we need to attract amazing people who bring diverse experiences and new ways of thinking to our industry,” Kelly Bayer Rosmarin, CEO of Optus said in a statement. “So, I am thrilled to announce that Gladys Berejiklian will join our talented and experienced executive team to help transform our approach to business customers.” Rosmarin called Berejiklian a “proven leader” who helped guide Australia’s largest state through the pandemic. “I believe she will be a game-changer for Optus,” she said. …