39 Business Strategy jobs in Australia

Introduction:

• Permanent Full Time
• $160,000 - $180,000 pa (incl. super)
• Flexible working arrangements available
  
  

Who We Are
The Surf Coast in Victoria - which includes the towns of Aireys Inlet, Anglesea, Lorne, Moriac, Torquay, and Winchelsea - is among the fastest growing regional municipalities in Victoria (av. 3.06% annually for the last 15 years) with a permanent population of over 33,000.
Surf Coast Shire spans Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadubanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation, showcasing unique environments from the coast to the hinterland - towns and villages with their own culture and lifestyles. The charm and values of a coastal lifestyle make it a place where people want to live, work, visit and experience an exceptional quality of life. In 2023 it was judged one of Australia’s most liveable municipalities.
Servicing the region’s community is Surf Coast Shire Council. Council’s aim is to be an innovative and flexible leader committed to business excellence. As well as providing opportunities to do meaningful work that benefits our community, Council offers the chance to add to a great culture that people want to be a part of. Our workforce is representative of the townships and communities it serves, and our culture is supportive, respectful, and connected to our purpose of helping our community and environment to thrive.
At Surf Coast, we work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.
Description:
Your new career
The Business Strategy and Performance unit is tasked with driving the organisation’s strategy and performance to maximize positive outcomes for the community. It drives continuous improvement in planning and delivery across all of Council’s services, while providing expert guidance and advice to project teams.
The team also leads the development and implementation of effective measurement frameworks to enable the Council to understand is impact and monitor its performance. It will establish effective governance, planning and reporting frameworks to support the whole organisation and will support service delivery excellence for our community.
We are currently looking for a Manager Business Strategy and Performance to lead the integrated development and implementation of:

• Council Plan
• Organisational Strategy
• the organisation planning framework
• the continuous improvement and innovation framework
• business improvement program across all levels - from transformational change to small operational improvements
• a service delivery framework, including service planning and service reviews
• the organisation performance reporting framework
  
  

What You Will Bring To The Role
You’ll bring the credibility, insight and leadership to influence at every level, building trust while steering your team and organisation towards positive, measurable outcomes. Your ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery will set you apart.
To thrive in this role you will have:

• Inspiring leadership skills that develop capability, motivate teams and support change.
• Experience shaping strategy, policy, and governance frameworks that drive results.
• Political and cultural acumen to navigate complex issues and unite diverse stakeholders.
• Confidence in financial management, from budgets to performance oversight.
• Emotional intelligence, self-awareness and a collaborative approach to leadership.
  
  

Key selection criteria
Mandatory Qualifications, Experience And Requirements

• A relevant tertiary qualification and significant professional experience in a comparable organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing organisational planning and reporting frameworks or continuous improvement frameworks with complex stakeholder impacts.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, negotiation and persuasion skills with the ability to use discretion and judgment in a complex business and political environment.
• Highly developed analytical and lateral thinking skills and the ability to take the initiative, drive changes and implement innovations
• Highly developed writing, presentation, and speaking skills to align with stakeholders and achieve support for task outcomes.
  
  

What You’ll Love Working With Us
Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.
We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation. Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.
There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
• Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
• Private use of Council vehicle
• Purchase of additional annual leave
• Free onsite parking
  
  

Other Relevant Information
For this vacancy, preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent to a National Police Check (including potential international criminal history check) and Qualification Check. Candidates must hold a current and valid Victorian Drivers Licence (Minimum Class C), a current WWCC, and have the Right to Live and Work in Australia.
For more information
More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description here.
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Joanne McNeill, General Manager Strategy & Effectiveness on .
How To Apply
Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

• cover letter including your statement addressing the selection criteria
• copy of your resume.
  
  

Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.
Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.
Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 7 September 2025
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Overview

Vacancy Number:

Agency: Department of Education and Training

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Unit: Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services – Stakeholder and Business Strategy

Location: Darwin

Remuneration Package: $174,191 - $89,700 (including salary 148,302 - 161,638)

Contact: Amanda Hubber, Senior Director, Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services on or

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and critical support to the Senior Director Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services and the Stakeholder and Business Strategy team.
• Serve as a conduit for two-way communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and oversee stakeholder functions including relationship management, strategic communications, and branch secretariat services.
• Oversee business functions including business planning, governance and risk management, budget coordination, and workforce strategy.

Qualifications

• Experience Level: Senior Administrative Officer 2

How to apply

To view the full job description click Apply and you'll be directed to our full career site.

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2060 Waverton, New South Wales • Advertising Industry Careers

Job Description

Company DescriptionNine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Nine is seeking a Strategic Planning Analyst to join our Group Strategy & Planning Team and play a pivotal role in driving our company's profitability and efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to use your financial modelling and analytical expertise to influence key strategic and commercial decisions across Nine.

• Support Nine's annual strategic planning and budgeting process.
• Develop and evolve reporting frameworks for executive and board-level communication.
• Conduct in-depth analysis and financial modelling to understand and explain business issues and opportunities.
• Produce high-quality analysis of data and business drivers to inform smarter decisions.
• Extract the "so what" from the numbers and communicate insights to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Create and present clear, impactful presentations for senior management and business leaders.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a planning, strategy, or analysis role at a large and complex organisation
• A commercial mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Strong financial modelling and quantitative capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proven track record of producing high-quality documents.
• A CA, CFA, or an equivalent qualification is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in ambiguous situations.

Additional Information

How we work: At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.

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What is this?

Welcome to Nous’ Business Strategy Virtual Experience.

Nous Group is an international management consultancy with over 400 people working across Australia, the UK and Canada. We are a values-based organisation that partner with leaders to shape world-class businesses, effective governments and empowered communities. In this virtual experience, you will get a taste of what it is like to work for Nous on a business strategy project.

Why should you do this?

This Virtual Experience Program is self-paced andshould take only 3 to 5 hoursto complete.

This Virtual Experience Program is free for all students.

When you complete the Virtual Experience Program, you’ll earn a digital badge and certificate you can share on Linkedin and include on your resume.

Throughout the program, you’ll learn and develop deep insights into what it is actually like to work as a business strategist at Nous. Apply your strategical knowledge to a real-world problem & gain practical experience and knowledge to draw upon in interviews.

What skills will I gain?

Identifying key issues using well-established business frameworks
Outlining a market analysis
Conducting a simple Net Present Value analysis

Providing recommendations and identifying gaps in our diagnostic

What you will do?

Module 1: Identifying key issues (1 - 1.5 hours)

In this module, you will formulate overarching questions and develop a logic tree to help structure your strategic thinking

Module 2: Market analysis (1 to 2 hours)

Develop your hypothesis on the future market outlook and outline your approach for a market sizing analysis.

Module 3: Financial analysis (30 minutes - 1 hour)

Perform a simple Net Present Value analysis for each of the company’s products to inform their future production and distribution strategy.

Module 4: Workshop analysis (30 minutes)

Provide recommendations and identify other areas of exploration.

Ready to get started?

Click Register to begin

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Overview

Business Strategy Analyst Graduate – Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000. Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid.

About the role

Babcock Australasia are currently looking for creative problem solvers and innovative thinkers to become our 2026 Graduates. This is an exciting opportunity for graduates who are looking to commence a successful career in the growing Defence Industry.

If you are graduate currently undertaking or near completion of your studies towards:

• Bachelors Degree in Business/Commerce
  • Majors: Strategy, Management, Finance, Economics
• Bachelors Degree in Economics
• Bachelors Degree in Finance/ Accounting
• Bachelors Degree in Law

Babcock’s structured Graduate program provides graduates with valuable experience in a diverse range of learning and development pathway activities. The role is designed to develop your business awareness, personal effectiveness, technical knowledge and professional growth through hands on and meaningful work. In return we will reward you with a collaborative work environment and an engaging program where you will learn from the industry experts.

Commencing in February 2026, the program will run full time for 24 months, drawing on a range of development activities that will see you grow and strengthen your technical and soft skills, preparing you for a meaningful career.

With the opportunity to work across various disciplines and contracts, you will expand your network and build your skills which will propel your career journey and open up career pathways.

As a Graduate, you will need to

• Be in your final year of study of a University Degree; or
• Have completed your Degree or Masters within last 2 years;
• Be an Australian Citizen in order to be eligible for Defence Security Clearance;
• Possess exceptional communication skills;
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to prioritise workload;
• Be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite;
• Be able to commence our program on 9th February 2026.

About Babcock

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business;

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career as well as:

• Support you with further education, LinkedIn Learning access and leave for your Graduation day;
• Provide you with buddy and mentor program – professional and technical;
• Connect you globally through our early careers network;
• Provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide even more flexibility;
• Give you access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment and much more;
• Support your wellbeing through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, provide access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• Give you access to our work life integration policy which brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave;
• Encourage you to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

So, what are you waiting for?

If you’re ready to kick start your career with a global company apply today whose purpose is to create a safe and secure world, together, jump online and submit you application. Remember to attach your resume plus current transcripts.

Applications close Sunday 31st August 2025

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain Baseline Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

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What is this?

Welcome to Nous’ Business Strategy Virtual Experience.

Nous Group is an international management consultancy with over 400 people working across Australia, the UK and Canada. We are a values-based organisation that partner with leaders to shape world-class businesses, effective governments and empowered communities. In this virtual experience, you will get a taste of what it is like to work for Nous on a business strategy project.

Why should you do this?

This Virtual Experience Program is self-paced and should take only 3 to 5 hours to complete.

This Virtual Experience Program is free for all students.

When you complete the Virtual Experience Program, you’ll earn a digital badge and certificate you can share on LinkedIn and include on your resume.

Throughout the program, you’ll learn and develop deep insights into what it is actually like to work as a business strategist at Nous. Apply your strategical knowledge to a real-world problem & gain practical experience and knowledge to draw upon in interviews.

What skills will I gain?

• Identifying key issues using well-established business frameworks
• Outlining a market analysis
• Conducting a simple Net Present Value analysis
• Providing recommendations and identifying gaps in our diagnostic

What you will do?

1. Module 1: Identifying key issues (1 - 1.5 hours)

2. In this module, you will formulate overarching questions and develop a logic tree to help structure your strategic thinking

3. Module 2: Market analysis (1 to 2 hours)

4. Develop your hypothesis on the future market outlook and outline your approach for a market sizing analysis.

5. Module 3: Financial analysis (30 minutes - 1 hour)

6. Perform a simple Net Present Value analysis for each of the company’s products to inform their future production and distribution strategy.

7. Module 4: Workshop analysis (30 minutes)

8. Provide recommendations and identify other areas of exploration.

Ready to get started?

Click Register to begin

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KPay Group (KPay) is a leading fintech company dedicated to empowering businesses of all sizes with simple, smart, seamless and secure technology solutions. Serving over 57,000 merchants across Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan and Australia. KPay is unleashing merchants' growth potential by building a one-stop platform for financial management, business operations and digital transformation. KPay secures a record USD 55 million in 2024, marking the largest series A fundraise globally in the payments sector for the year.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting directly to the General Manager
• Identify new markets: research and identify new geographic regions, customer segments, or product utilization/developments that offer potential for business expansion in target markets
• Develop and implement expansion strategies to enter new markets
• Conduct market research: Gather and analyze data on industry trends, customer needs, commercial prospects and market niches in local landscape
• Monitor performance: Track and report on the performance of market expansion initiatives including sales, customer satisfaction, market share, and adjust strategies when needed
• Develop vertical business plans to expand existing overseas markets
• Negotiate new and ongoing commercial partnerships with domestic partners
• Create marketing tactics to improve product offers, program strategies, and corporate competitiveness

Requirements:

• Fresh Graduates are welcome to apply
• Strong analytic skills and experience with market research and data analysis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all level

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2060 Waverton, New South Wales • Advertising Industry Careers

Job Description

Company DescriptionNine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Nine is seeking a Strategic Planning Analyst to join our Group Strategy & Planning Team and play a pivotal role in driving our company's profitability and efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to use your financial modelling and analytical expertise to influence key strategic and commercial decisions across Nine.

• Support Nine's annual strategic planning and budgeting process.
• Develop and evolve reporting frameworks for executive and board-level communication.
• Conduct in-depth analysis and financial modelling to understand and explain business issues and opportunities.
• Produce high-quality analysis of data and business drivers to inform smarter decisions.
• Extract the "so what" from the numbers and communicate insights to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Create and present clear, impactful presentations for senior management and business leaders.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a planning, strategy, or analysis role at a large and complex organisation
• A commercial mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Strong financial modelling and quantitative capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proven track record of producing high-quality documents.
• A CA, CFA, or an equivalent qualification is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in ambiguous situations.

Additional Information

How we work: At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.

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Overview

Vacancy Number:

Agency: Department of Education and Training

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Unit: Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services – Stakeholder and Business Strategy

Location: Darwin

Remuneration Package: $174,191 - $89,700 (including salary 148,302 - 161,638)

Contact: Amanda Hubber, Senior Director, Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services on or

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and critical support to the Senior Director Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services and the Stakeholder and Business Strategy team.
• Serve as a conduit for two-way communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and oversee stakeholder functions including relationship management, strategic communications, and branch secretariat services.
• Oversee business functions including business planning, governance and risk management, budget coordination, and workforce strategy.

Qualifications

• Experience Level: Senior Administrative Officer 2

How to apply

To view the full job description click Apply and you'll be directed to our full career site.

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