Senior Consultant

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Senior Consultant - Business Transformation (Power & Utilities)
The Opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Consultant to join our growing Power & Utilities team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about driving transformation in the energy sector and delivering high-impact solutions to clients.
This role is based in Naarm (Melbourne).
Your key responsibilities
Lead and contribute to transformation engagements within the Power & Utilities sector, including digital transformation, operating model redesign, regulatory reform, and customer experience enhancement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address strategic challenges such as energy transition, decarbonisation, and grid modernisation.
Drive project execution by conducting market and stakeholder analysis, facilitating workshops and interviews, supporting change management activities, and preparing high-quality deliverables such as reports, presentations, and business cases for senior stakeholders.
Support team growth and capability building by mentoring junior team members and contributing to the ongoing development of knowledge and expertise within the practice.
Skills and attributes for success
Proven experience in the Power & Utilities sector, ideally within a top-tier or boutique consulting firm, though relevant industry experience is also highly valued. Strong understanding of key sector trends including energy transition, DER integration, regulatory reform, and digital enablement.
Expertise in delivering business transformation initiatives, technology implementation, and operating model design, with a demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Ideally, you'll also have the skills and attributes below :
Degree in Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or related field.
Experience working with energy market operators, utilities, or government agencies.
Familiarity with tools and methodologies such as Agile, Design Thinking, or enterprise architecture frameworks.
What we offer you
At EY, we'll fuel you and your talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more at ey.com/au/careerdevelopment .
Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape We'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences.
Flexible work arrangements: Our policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
A comprehensive benefits package: Including wellness incentives, up to 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies such as 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave.
Salary: We offer a competitive salary, negotiable based on skills and experience.
Acknowledgement of Country
EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which our offices are located across Australia. We pay respects to their cultures and Elders — past, present, and emerging. Learn more about our reconciliation efforts at ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous .
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to our values. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and provide support and adjustments to ensure an equitable recruitment process. For questions, contact us at or call +61 (option 2). All information shared will be kept confidential.
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