Strategy and Planning Associate

**Work type**:
Full-Time (Permanent)**Location**:
Brisbane**Job type**:
Consulting & Strategy**Applications close**:
**Strategy and Planning Associate (Fleet)**:
**Strategy and Planning Associate (Fleet)**

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety - in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

**What you’ll be doing**

The objective of the Strategy and Planning Associate role is to support the strategic direction of our long-term fleet. This is a highly strategic and analytical role, that suits someone with strategy experience and a genuine passion for aviation. The role sits within the broader Group Strategy department, and reports into the Head of Fleet and Long-Range Planning.

Further responsibilities include:

- Supporting Strategy Development: Help shape Virgin Australia’s strategic direction and positioning to maintain a competitive edge.
- Driving Analysis: Conduct detailed analyses, synthesize large data sets, and develop insights to inform decision-making. Conduct robust financial analysis, including airline operating economics, to assess and evaluate strategic opportunities
- Collaborating on Projects: Assist with small-to-medium-sized cross-functional projects, working closely with General Managers and key stakeholders within Network Planning, Engineering, Operations, Commercial etc.
- Crafting Deliverables: Prepare executive-level presentations and clear, compelling recommendations for senior stakeholders.
- Contributing to Execution: Support the implementation and continuous development of Virgin Australia’s strategic fleet initiatives.
- Learning and Growing: Gain valuable experience working on high-impact projects while developing your skills in strategy, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement.

**You’ll be great in this role if you have**
- Relevant quantitative bachelor’s degree (such as Engineering, Aviation, Aerospace etc) with post graduate studies advantageous
- Previous experience in aviation, or study/projects in aviation
- 2-4 years’ work experience in aviation, management consulting or a similar strategic & analytical role
- An exceptional ability to conduct detailed analysis and synthesize large data sets
- Advanced modelling skills in Excel or other similar tools
- A highly strategic mindset with the ability to solve complex problems
- Experience creating presentations for executive level
- Confident and clear communication, with the ability to build rapport with others and collaborate across multiple departments
- Ability to be permanently located in the greater Brisbane area
- Awareness of aviation industry trends and the competitor landscape

**We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry - including (but not limited to)**:

- Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
- A flexible, hybrid work style. Work from home or the office, adapt your location to suit your style and needs
- One of Brisbane’s most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options downstairs plus a 5-minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road
- Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
- Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
- Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
- ‘Dress for Your Day’ - enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you.

**When everyone is included, everyone wins**

**Ready to apply?**

We’re ready to hear from you.