Consultant

Are you an experienced management consultant with a passion for strategy, economics and policy advice? We’re looking for a consultant with specific experience and expertise in economics and policy advice to join our consulting team, where you’ll contribute to understanding and communicating impactful solutions for our clients.

About the position

• Full time, Hybrid – Melbourne or Sydney.
• Collaborate with the SPP team and clients to address a variety of business challenges.
• Work on truly high-impact work across SPP’s diverse client base – including leading tertiary education institutions, research, health, Government and consumer markets.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to work on projects with real-world impact.
• A purpose-driven organisation striving for sustainable change.
• Small project teams fostering hands-on, collaborative problem solving.
• Learning and development opportunities to support your career goals.
• Hybrid work model: Minimum three days in the office, with options for short-term work-from-anywhere.
• Generous leave, including up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and special leave considerations.

About your team

SPP is a high impact strategy firm, dedicated to enabling transformative, sustainable change throughout our community. By joining us, you’ll be tackling complex problems with creativity and connection, and striving to make a positive impact on the world. Together, we’ll solve varied and complex problems for a wide array of clients and projects. You’ll be working closely with a talented and close-knit team, who are supported by a responsive leadership team. No matter which part of the firm you join, you’ll find room to express your thoughts and ideas and chart your own course for success.

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work, from our service offering to how we build our team. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people and parents returning to the workforce.

About the role

As an SPP Consultant you'll work with our clients to solve business problems, understand and evaluate policy and business impact, take on project management responsibilities and lead the development of solutions.

Typical tasks include:

• Developing clear, well written and easy to understand reports and presentations based on our analysis to assist our clients in understanding complex problems and appropriate responses.
• Map out logical approach for analysis and contribute to the development of strategy, solutions, methodologies, analytical frameworks and tools to support our clients.
• Manage day-to-day project activities and ensure timely delivery within a controlled project scope.
• Contributing to thought leadership on current developments and emerging trends across SPP's client sectors.
• Facilitate client forums and workshops for effective engagement to assist with both projects and business development activity.
• Collaborate with SPP Partners to identify new opportunities and develop your own network of business relationships.

What attributes are we looking for?

• Demonstrated consulting process expertise.
• Exceptional problem-solving, numerical and analytical skills, and business acumen.
• Confidence in delivering pragmatic advice and adept at building relationships.
• Refined communication and leadership skills.
• Proven effective project management, meeting tight deadlines and keen attention to detail.
• Willingness to adopt new approaches and work practices with ease.
• Positive, flexible, and assertive attitude, adaptable to various clients and situations.
• Collaborative team player with a capacity for professional development of junior team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a relevant field (e.g., Economics).
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Previous strategy or management consulting experience is preferred.

How to apply

Complete the application form with a resume, cover letter and recent academic results attached.

Please note: Applicants must have unrestricted or long-term working rights in Australia.

More information on our firm can be found at http://www.spp.com.au.