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The opportunity

As EY continues to grow its Business Consulting practice across Sydney and Canberra, we are seeking expressions of interest from experienced professionals who are passionate about helping organisations solve complex business challenges and deliver sustainable transformation within Department of Defence.

We are particularly interested in connecting with talent across our Supply Chain and Business Transformation competencies, from Consultant through to Director level with consulting Defence experience.

Whether your experience lies in improving operational performance, designing future-state operating models, transforming business processes, leading large-scale change programs, or helping organisations improve productivity and performance, we would love to hear from you.

Our teams work with a broad range of government and private sector clients, helping them turn strategy into action and achieve meaningful business outcomes.

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

Your Key Responsibilities

Supply ChainOperations

Help organisations design, optimise and transform end-to-end supply chains through:

- Supply chain strategy and transformation
- Procurement and sourcing optimisation
- Operating model design
- Supplier and contract management
- Inventory, logistics and distribution improvement




- Cost reduction and productivity initiatives
- Performance management and governance frameworks
- Technology-enabled supply chain transformation

Business Transformation

Help clients improve organisational performance and deliver strategic outcomes through:

- Business transformation and performance improvement
- Operating model design and implementation
- Business architecture and process optimisation
- Workforce and organisational transformation
- Strategy execution and transformation roadmaps
- Productivity and efficiency programs
- Change management and stakeholder engagement
- Enterprise-wide transformation initiatives

Skills And Attributes For Success

- Experience within consulting and Defence market segment
- Robust problem-solving and analytical skills
- The ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Experience leading or supporting transformation initiatives
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A collaborative approach and passion for team success
- Commercial acumen and client-focused thinking
- A desire to build trusted relationships and create lasting impact
- Given the nature of our work with Australian Federal Government clients, applicants must be Australian citizens and able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance





Ideally, you'll also have the skills and attributes below but don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes. We're interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

For Manager to Director candidates

- Experience leading large-scale transformation programsthat improve Defence's ability to achieve its mission
- Business development and opportunity-shaping capability
- Strong client relationship management skills
- Team leadership, coaching and people development experience
- Experience driving practice growth and delivering measurable client outcomes

What We Offer You

At EY, we'll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We're proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more.

- Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shapeWe'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
- Flexible 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 up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits

Acknowledgement of Country

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