Former NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian has been hired by Optus.

Ms Berejiklian resigned from politics after NSW’s anti-corruption watchdog began probing a potential breach of public trust last year.

Appearing to land on her feet, she will now take up a newly created role - managing director of enterprise, business and institutional - with Optus on February 28.

Optus say her new role will focus on “unlocking a greater share of the multi-billion dollar enterprise, business and institutional markets”. 

The appointment will help the telco deliver on its vision of becoming “Australia’s most loved everyday brand”, according to Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin. 

“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,” she said.

“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.”

Ms Rosmarin described Ms Berejiklian as a “proven leader”, having guided NSW through the first two waves of the COVID-19 pandemic with “strength, leadership, discipline and composure”.

“I believe she will be a game-changer for Optus,” she said.

“In bringing our business-focused teams together under this newly created role I truly believe that our collective energies can deliver superior customer outcomes in market segments that continue to be dominated by the incumbent.”

Ms Berejiklian says she is “excited and proud to join an organisation that impacts the lives of millions of Australians every day and prides itself in providing outstanding customer service”.

“I look forward to working with Kelly and the Executive Team of Optus who are providing inspiring and innovative leadership in the telco sector,” she said.