Job Description

Application Closing Date: 31 December 2026

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McGrathNicol is an independent professional services firm specialising in Cyber, Deals, Forensic, Performance, Restructuring, and Risk & Compliance. For more than 20 years, we have supported organisations to navigate critical moments, from growth and transformation through to financial stress and uncertainty, across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Guided by our values – Understanding, Commitment and Impact – we are client-focused, collaborative and committed to creating an environment where our people can do their best work and continue to grow their careers.

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Location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000

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Company: McGrathNicol

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Division: Advisory

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Department: National Security

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Employment Type: Full Time Permanent

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Application Closing Date: 31 December 2026

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McGrathNicol is an independent professional services firm specialising in Cyber, Deals, Forensic, Performance, Restructuring, and Risk & Compliance. For more than 20 years, we have supported organisations to navigate critical moments, from growth and transformation through to financial stress and uncertainty, across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Guided by our values – Understanding, Commitment and Impact – we are client-focused, collaborative and committed to creating an environment where our people can do their best work and continue to grow their careers.

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The Prospect

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As our national security practice expands, we are seeking an experienced intelligence professional to lead complex analytical engagements and contribute to the continued growth of our Canberra-based team of open-source intelligence analysts.

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This role is ideally suited to candidates with experience producing written intelligence assessments within Australia's national security community, who are passionate about delivering meaningful outcomes to advance Australia's national interest.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Plan and lead open-source intelligence collection and analysis in support of national security priorities.
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- Produce and review high-quality intelligence assessments, reports and client deliverables.
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- Provide strategic insights and advice to government and national security stakeholders.
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- Lead, coach and develop analysts and junior team members.
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- Manage project delivery, stakeholder engagement and client relationships.
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- Identify emerging defence, intelligence and security risks through advanced analytical methodologies.
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- Contribute to business development activities and the continued growth of the national security practice.
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About You

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- Demonstrated experience drafting written intelligence assessments, ideally within Australia's national security community.
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- Strong understanding of intelligence collection, analysis and assessment methodologies.
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- Exceptional written communication and briefing skills.
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- Experience managing projects, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.
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- Proven ability to exercise sound judgement in complex and sensitive environments.
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- Chinese language capability is highly regarded but not essential.
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- A current Australian Government security clearance (NV1/NV2), or the ability and willingness to obtain one.
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Why Join Us?

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- competitive annual bonus program
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- exceptional training and career development opportunities
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- inclusive culture fosters growth through personalised mentorship
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- 26 weeks parental leave
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- additional leave options
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- employee assistance
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- health and wellbeing programs
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- opportunities for social and community engagement
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📌 Senior Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Mcgrathnicol
📍 New South Wales