AD/Director - Strategic Advisory

Sloane Shorey; Sydney; On-site; AUD 240,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Sloane Shorey seeks Associate Director / Director for Strategic Advisory across Energy, Natural Resources, Defence, and Technology to advise corporate clients on strategic, political, regulatory and commercial matters in Australia and international markets.

The role requires deep sector experience, strong networks, and outstanding research, analysis and written communication, with a track record of delivering high-impact advisory assignments and shaping executive decisions.

Qualifications

• 12–18 years of relevant professional experience.
• Established knowledge and credibility in at least one industry.
• Excellent research, analytical and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of the interaction between industry, government, public policy, regulation and international affairs.

Responsibilities

• Advise corporate clients on strategic, commercial, geopolitical and regulatory developments affecting their businesses and investment decisions.
• Deliver research led advisory assignments covering market dynamics, industry developments, government policy, international affairs and competitive positioning.
• Assess the implications of political and economic developments for companies operating across Australia and international markets.
• Provide specialist insight into one or more sectors, including energy, mining and natural resources, defence, technology and related industries.
• Undertake research, analysis and stakeholder mapping to support strategic recommendations and commercial decision-making.
• Develop relationships with senior industry executives, government stakeholders, policymakers and other relevant decision makers.
• Prepare high-quality written analysis, strategic briefings and recommendations for senior executives and boards.
• Contribute to client relationships, new advisory opportunities and the firm's broader sector expertise.

Job description

Associate Director / Director – Strategic Advisory Energy | Natural Resources | Defence | Technology

We are working with an established strategic advisory firm seeking an experienced professional to advise corporate clients on complex commercial, political, and strategic matters across Australia and international markets.

The opportunity would suit someone with substantial experience in industry, government, policy or consulting who brings expert sector knowledge and an understanding of how political, regulatory, and commercial developments influence business decisions.

The Role

• Advise corporate clients on strategic, commercial, geopolitical and regulatory developments affecting their businesses and investment decisions.
• Deliver research led advisory assignments covering market dynamics, industry developments, government policy, international affairs and competitive positioning.
• Assess the implications of political and economic developments for companies operating across Australia and international markets.
• Provide specialist insight into one or more sectors, including energy, mining and natural resources, defence, technology and related industries.
• Undertake research, analysis and stakeholder mapping to support strategic recommendations and commercial decision-making.
• Develop relationships with senior industry executives, government stakeholders, policymakers and other relevant decision makers.
• Prepare high-quality written analysis, strategic briefings and recommendations for senior executives and boards.
• Contribute to client relationships, new advisory opportunities and the firm's broader sector expertise.

Candidate Profile

• 12–18 years of relevant professional experience, although individuals with particularly strong sector expertise outside this range would also be considered.
• Established knowledge and credibility within at least one relevant industry, ideally supported by a strong professional network.
• Excellent research, analytical and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex developments into clear commercial implications.
• Strong understanding of the interaction between industry, government, public policy, regulation and international affairs.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to engage credibly with senior corporate executives and other stakeholders.
• An interest in applying existing industry or policy expertise to a broader strategic advisory and consulting environment.

Potential Backgrounds

• Industry: Senior professionals from energy, mining, natural resources, defence, technology or related sectors, particularly those with experience in corporate strategy, international affairs, government relations, market intelligence or regulatory matters.
• Government & Policy: Individuals from government departments, foreign affairs, defence, trade, investment promotion or policy advisory functions.
• Consulting & Advisory: Professionals from strategic advisory, geopolitical risk, management consulting, political risk or specialist industry advisory firms.
• Think Tanks & Research: Individuals with established expertise in industry research, public policy, geopolitics, economic affairs or international relations.