Senior Strategy and Continuous Improvement Specialists

• Shape enterprise strategy at one of Australia's most iconic institutions
• 2 x newly created permanent positions
• Sydney-based hybrid work environment

ABOUT THE TEAM

The
Enterprise Strategy and Change Department
enables the Reserve Bank of Australia to deliver on its Corporate Plan by coordinating enterprise strategic planning, governing the enterprise project portfolio, delivering IT-enabled change, and embedding a continuous improvement capability.

As part of this department, the
Strategy & Continuous Improvement team
plays a central role in shaping the Bank's strategic direction and driving operational excellence. These newly created roles will report to the
Manager - Strategic Planning
, and work closely with the
Manager - Continuous Improvement
to support enterprise-wide initiatives. While the primary focus is on strategic planning and execution, the roles will flex to support continuous improvement efforts as needed, ensuring balanced delivery across the broader team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a
Senior Strategy and Continuous Improvement Specialist
, you will:

• Partner with senior leaders and business units to shape and deliver enterprise strategy and strategic plans aligned to the Bank's long-term direction.
• Support the design and evolution of the Bank's strategic planning framework, strategic decision-making, and performance and governance alignment.
• Conduct structured analysis and research to generate insights, test hypotheses, and inform strategic decision-making.
• Facilitate strategic workshops, planning sessions, and capability uplift initiatives across the organisation.
• Contribute to the development of strategic solutions to complex organisational challenges.
• Support enterprise continuous improvement initiatives on an as-needed basis, working collaboratively with the CI team to embed improvement practices and uplift capability.
• Engage with executives, committees, and governance bodies through high-quality communication and strategic storytelling.
• Help build a high-performing, values-led strategy function that drives clarity, alignment, and impact across the enterprise.

ABOUT YOU

You are a strategic thinker and collaborative problem solver with a passion for driving meaningful change. You bring:

Experience & Expertise

• 6 to 8+ years' experience in business strategy, strategic planning, target operating model and transformation in large, complex institutions.
• Minimum 3 years in strategy / management consulting role at Manager level or equivalent (e.g. Big Four, Tier 1.5, MBB); strong consulting toolkit.
• Experience in financial services or public sector environments (highly regarded).
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise data, build models (e.g. financial, economic, strategic, decision-making, performance, process), and develop business cases.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
• Experience supporting executive-level engagements and strategic initiatives.

Skills & Capabilities

• Proficient at synthesizing a variety of information and data into insights, options, and recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and visual) with the ability to influence and engage across all levels.
• Strong workshop design and facilitation skills (e.g. strategy co-design, strategic planning, process mapping/improvement, capability uplift).
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a high-performing team.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, learning and adapting quickly, and delivering results in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding of financial services regulation, compliance, and institutional accountability (highly regarded).

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualifications, e.g. MBA (highly regarded).
• Certifications in Human-Centred Design, Design Thinking, Agile, Lean Six Sigma, or Project/Program Management (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, PMI) are advantageous but not mandatory.

Why Join Us

• Purpose-driven work that shapes the prosperity of Australia.
• Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide strategy and transformation in a unique central bank context.
• Collaborative, high-integrity culture that values excellence, learning, and inclusion.
• Hybrid working model with flexibility to work from home and the office, as agreed with your manager.

Be More

Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

Why RBA?

The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.