EY Director - Business Transformation Consulting 

Australia, New South Wales, Sydney 

39831859

As our Director of Business Transformation in EY Defence you’llimplement the National Defence Strategy, requiring a leader who is Defence-literate, purpose-driven, and capable of forging trust across the national security space.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver strategic transformation programs that improve Defence’s ability to achieve its mission.
• Apply EY’s Performance to Plan (P2P) methodology to drive productivity improvements and ensure inputs are managed for maximum benefit.
• Translate strategy into actionable operating models and transformation roadmaps.
• Engage with senior Defence stakeholders to co-create solutions that unlock value and increase performance.
• Mentor and uplift the skills of colleagues and contribute to EY’s commitment to strengthening the Australian Public Service.

Skills and attributes for success

• Deep understanding of Business Transformation (BT) core skills and experience applying P2P in complex environments.
• Demonstrated leadership in Defence or national security contexts, with the ability to navigate strategic and operational landscapes.
• Superior written and oral communication skills, able to explain complex ideas in an accessible and compelling way.
• Experience in business architecture, operating model design, and process transformation.

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interestedin 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.
• Passion for mentoring and developing talent, with a commitment to public service capability uplift.

What we offer you

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• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape!We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• 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

Acknowledgement of Country

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Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

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