About the role

Management Consultant – Government & Advisory

Location: Canberra (preferred) | Remote considered for the right candidate

Consulting | Client-Facing Role

We are seeking a Management Consultant to join our advisory team, primarily supporting Federal Government projects, while also working across a broader client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

- Work with clients to identify business issues and root causes
- Contribute to and manage government projects or defined work packages
- Develop project plans, schedules, and deliverables
- Produce high-quality reports, tender responses, and client-ready outputs
- Apply government compliance, assurance, and governance frameworks
- Design and contribute to practical, fit‑for‑purpose solutions
- Conduct research and analysis to support decision‑making
- Support and coach junior team members
- Build strong client relationships through clear, confident communication
- Participate in business development, networking, and relationship building
- Work across government and non‑government clients

About you

Experience & Qualifications

- 3 years’ experience in consulting, advisory, or a similar role




- Experience working on Federal Government projects (consulting or internal government roles)
- Understanding of government environments, compliance, and assurance
- Exposure to project, change, or business analytics methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum, MSP, P3M3, Prosci)
- Experience producing client‑ready reports and deliverables
- Baseline security clearance or eligibility to obtain one

Education: Tertiary qualification in Business, Public Sector, Project Management, IT, Data, or a related discipline.

Key Attributes

- Excellent client‑facing communication skills
- Robust attention to detail and structured thinking
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
- Strong problem‑solving, research, and analytical skills
- Proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement

Citizenship Requirement

Due to the nature of our government work and potential security clearance requirements, Australian or New Zealand citizenship is essential.

Benefits

Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness, financial and lifestyle perks.

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