Assistant Director – ASA Finance Branch

Assistant Director – ASA Finance Branch role at Australian Submarine Agency.

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia's economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

As a new agency we are building the teams from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to directly contribute to work that will impact Australia's strategic and Defence outcomes. The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) Finance Branch supports the Chief Financial Officer and the ASA through the provision of expert strategic support and advice on the development of the acquisition, sustainment and disposal of nuclear-powered submarines (NPS).

To effectively support the ASA to deliver on their outcomes, we are seeking individuals who thrive in a high paced environment, can work independently and as part of a team, and have great interpersonal skills.

As an EL1 working within the ASA Finance Branch, you will strengthen your leadership and technical skills, and be provided the opportunity to influence decision-making through the provision of accurate, timely financial information, analysis and advice. We are seeking to fill EL 1 vacancies within the Finance Business Partner Directorate, which is responsible for:

• Providing strategic financial analysis, assurance and advice in support and delivery of budgets and outcomes, including the capability development process.

As part of the Australian Submarine Agency you will be working at the cutting edge of capability delivery, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities. Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people.

While we do offer flexible working arrangements, this position is based in Canberra and the successful applicant will be required to be located in Canberra or close surrounds.

We are a dynamic organisation seeking leaders who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:

• Demonstrated experience in developing, guiding and leading a high performing and cohesive team to deliver quality outcomes aligned with strategic outcomes and within strict deadlines and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain productive, professional working relationships with senior leaders across internal and external stakeholders within an integrated workforce, including facilitation and representation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise a considerable degree of independence with the ability to exercise sound decision making and judgement in providing expert policy advice.
• Demonstrated depth and experience in developing and maintaining collaborative Finance business partnerships, including the provision of strategic financial advice, identification of financial risks and opportunities, with a strong focus on commercial cost drivers and linkage to budget development, management and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in complex to very complex financial problem solving and issues management to support decisions that impact on strategic, political or operational outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience and well-developed skills in the preparation of briefs and reports, which identify and provide recommendations to financial and budget management issues and new proposals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Australian Government's financial framework and the accrual accounting principles in a public sector environment.

Application Closing Date: Thursday 4 September 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/06573/25 on

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other, Administrative, and General Business
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Government Administration, and Government Relations Services

Base pay range: A$120,303.00/yr - A$135,701.00/yr

The pay range is provided by Australian Submarine Agency. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.