Senior Manager Business Transformation Business Consulting

Canberra - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 04-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At EY were all in to shape your future with confidence.

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Senior Manager - Business Transformation - EY Defence

The opportunity

As our Senior Manager of Business Transformation in EY Defence youll lead our high-performing teams in solving the Department of Defences most complex challenges and driving business and performance improvement in the most challenging and critical government sector. This role is central to helping Defence implement the National Defence Strategy requiring an experienced Senior Manager who is Defence-literate purpose-driven and capable of forging trust across the national security space.

EY Defence is EYs dedicated Defence Market Segment comprising professionals who have chosen to specialise in Defence and National Security. Our team is resourced by individuals with deep experience in Defences organisational context and challengesready to hit the ground running and deliver real results. With the necessary security clearances and technical skills EY Defence is equipped to help solve Defences hardest problems.

This is a hybrid position based in either in Naarm Melbourne Ngambri - Canberra or Warrang Sydney with regular travel to Ngambri - Canberra. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver strategic transformation programs that improve Defences ability to achieve its mission.
Deliver complex transformation and/or capital investment programs spanning the entire lifecycle - from strategy through to transition into operations
Contribute to business development and account management activities such as pursuits proposals and managing key relationships.
Mentor and uplift the skills of colleagues and contribute to EYs commitment to strengthening the Australian Public Service.

Skills and attributes for success

Hands-on experience in projects and programs involving business transformation and/or infrastructure and capital works development and delivery.
Management consulting experience gained through a Big 4 or boutique consulting firm is highly desirable.
Capabilities in Portfolio / Program / Project Management Agile PM delivery PM technology and digital services PMO / PM as a service
Demonstrated leadership in Defence or national security contexts with the ability to navigate strategic and operational landscapes.

Ideally youll also have the skills and attributes below but dont worry if you dont tick all the boxes. Were interested in your aptitude attitude and willingness to learn.

Strong stakeholder engagement skills with a track record of building long-lasting client relationships.
Familiarity with Agile Design Thinking Lean and technology-enabled transformation.
Proven ability to lead proposals shape business growth strategies and manage complex project delivery.
The roles require Security clearances NV1 or NV2 (if you have Baseline clearance- the ability to attain an NV1 quickly) due to the nature of the Federal client work.

What we offer you

At EY well fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

Career development: At EY your career is yours to shape!Well develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year and family-friendly policies including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders past present and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at equity and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages nationalities abilities cultures sexual orientations and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting so if you have questions before or during your application we welcome you to get in touch at or(option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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