Job Description
The Asia Group (TAG) – Principal / Managing Director – Australia Practice
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Location tej: Canberra, Australia
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Reporting to: Australia Practice Partner
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Job Description
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The Asia Group (TAG) is now accepting applications for a Managing Director / Principal to join our Australia Practice. This role will be based in Canberra and will lead the in‐country Australia team's fast‐paced daily operations, client engagement, and business development efforts.
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As a key member of TAG, you will support and grow our portfolio of clients. Areas of focus include team leadership, market‐access and expansion campaigns, and offering creative solutions to clients.
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Responsibilities
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Manage and drive the day allgemeinen of the in‐country Australia team and oversee the development of briefings and written materials for TAG leadership and clients.
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Coordinate and manage Australia‐related TAG communications and liaison with key clients.
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Oversee client servicing, client engagements and activities, and business development in Australia, including tenders from Commonwealth and state governments.
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Lead an active, fast‐paced team with expertise and activities across a broad range of issue areas.
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Facilitate and lead integration and collaboration across TAG's global offices and practices.
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Oversee office operations, compliance, and alignment with TAG's global standards.
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Invest in mentoring and developing staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, creativity, and
entrepreneurialism.
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Develop relationships with key stakeholders in government, industry, academia, and media to advance firm interests and address client needs.
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Requirements
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Advanced degree (e.g., MA, MBA, MPP) and 15+ years' relevant work experience.
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Experience in finance, government relations, mining and infrastructure, consulting, the public sector, or comparable experience; demonstrable ability to work independently.
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Strong leader with a clear record of success leading business operations and effective teams in high‐tempo environments.
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Effective communicator, able to present in a polished manner to senior business executives and other senior‐level interlocutors in multinational settings.
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Demonstrated knowledge of the Australian private sector, regulatory workplace, and relevant government policies.
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Experience in client servicing, business development, project management, and autonomous execution.
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Flexibility with respect to working and communication hours, particularly when coordinating with clients and team members in Washington D.C. and other TAG offices in the region.
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Benefits & Requirements
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Candidates must be eligible to work in Australia.
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Employees will work in an office environment with regular in‐person meetings with our on‐the‐ground team and clients.
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The role requires regular travel within Australia and occasional overseas travel.
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Application
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All interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, a two‐page analytical writing sample, and a list of references (references will not be contacted without applicant permission) via the application portal below.
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Due to the volume of applications received, responses from our recruiting team may be delayed. No phone calls, please.
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📌 Principal (Canberra)
🏢 The Asia Group
📍 Canberra