Director - Public Sector Transformation

About the role

In this role you join as a Director of a national consulting firm, responsible for leading complex transformation programs across Federal & State Government. You will specialise in large scale reform that includes redesigning delivery models, building business cases, shaping operating models and improving end to end services. The work often sits in environments like social services or health where case management is complex and clients need clarity structure and a clear path to better outcomes. You will guide programs from strategy through to implementation and work closely with executives to set direction strengthen governance and make sure delivery stays on track.

To be successful you will bring strong Big 4 consulting experience, deep public sector knowledge and the ability to cut through complexity quickly. You need to be comfortable working across strategy design financial analysis delivery and service improvement with a calm hands on leadership style. You will also play a key role in growing the Perth practice by supporting people developing capability and building trusted long term client relationships.

• Full time permanent role
• Position based in Perth, Western Australia – we cannot consider hybrid interstate working
• NV1 Security Clearance (or higher)

Responsibilities

• Lead major transformation programs across the full lifecycle from discovery through to implementation
• Redesign delivery models and operating models that support modern public sector service delivery
• Develop business cases and secure funding for programs of work
• Build governance structures and implementation plans that keep programs on track
• Oversee critical cost modelling and financial analysis to support decision making
• Improve services through service design human centred approaches and outcome driven thinking
• Engage with senior leaders across government and government owned entities
• Manage account performance including delivery quality sales pipeline and client satisfaction
• Shape strategy for the Perth practice and support growth across the WA market
• Coach and develop a high performing team and create a culture of quality delivery

About you

• 15-20 years experience leading large scale transformation programs from strategy through to implementation
• Strong background developing Big4 consulting practice by working with Federal Government, State Government and/or a Government owned entities (social services, health or complex service environments are highly regarded)
• Proven ability to develop business practice through building relationships, winning work and creating a steady pipeline of transformation projects
• Ability to develop business cases and secure funding for major public sector programs
• Deep understanding of governance frameworks and the ability to build structures that keep programs on track
• Confident engaging senior leaders across government and government owned entities
• Strategic mindset with the ability to shape market growth and build a practice in WA
• Proven experience leading coaching and developing high performing teams
• Ability to manage account performance including delivery quality pipeline growth and client satisfaction
• Ability to work in ambiguity simplify complex problems and create clear practical solutions
• Completed a Bachelor Degree (or higher)
• Active NV1 Security Clearance (or higher)

Benefits

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the growth of transformation practice in WA
• Meaningful work that focuses on improving government and public services
• Clear career growth pathway to Managing Director
• People first company culture that genuinely supports wellbeing balance and development
• Generous parental leave with flexibility for either carer and support that extends beyond paid leave
• Flexible work arrangements that let people manage work around life commitments
• Additional paid leave including seasonal shutdown periods cultural leave birthday leave and options to purchase extra leave
• Programs that support study volunteering and ongoing professional development
• Shared ownership opportunities that allow every team member to take part in the organisation's success
• Monthly support for personal devices when working flexibly
• Access to a modern digital wellbeing platform for employees and their families

How to apply

To be considered for this incredible opportunity, please forward an updated Resume & Cover Letter to Alyssa at

Please note this role is based in Perth, Western Australia and the client cannot consider hybrid, interstate arrangements.

You must have a Baseline/NV1/NV2/TSPV Security Clearance