Telstra has revealed the addition of almost one million new mobile services in the six months to December 2011, but Sensis revenues plummeted 24 percent in 12 months.
"John is an outstanding professional with broad experience in EU public affairs who has a track record of developing strong partnerships and leading through constructive engagement," said Brad Smith, senior vice president and general counsel.
"We are committed to strengthening our relationships in Brussels and throughout the European Union, and we're delighted to have John join us in this new and important role."
Vassallo was most recently General Electric's senior counsel and director of European affairs. He was previously the ambassador of Malta to the EU, NATO and Belgium, a director of the European Cement Association, and held various positions at Swedish construction company Euroc Corporation.
Vassallo takes up his new role on July 1.
"The company is a world leader in software technology and investing a lot to advance its relations across Europe," he said.
"I look forward to helping lead the company in this area and strengthening the ongoing constructive dialogue with the EU policy and regulatory community."
Microsoft has had a rocky relationship with the EU, and has been slugged with massive fines for business practices held to be illegal.
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