Michael Venter

Michael was appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer in November 2023.

He has held the Chief Financial Officer role in Optus since 2021 and is responsible for corporate finance, financial and management reporting, procurement, taxation, legal, credit management and investor relations.

Michael has a proven track record with 25+ years of banking, insurance and finance experience across Australia and Asia.

Michael held a number of roles during his 17 years at Commonwealth Bank of Australia including Deputy CFO and Chief Operating Officer Wealth Management.

Michael brings a wealth of experience including previously a Director of two ASX-listed retail property trusts and key roles supporting IPO’s and M&A transactions.

He holds a Bachelor Degree - Accounting (with Honours) from South Africa’s Stellenbosch University and is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand.