Senior Advisor – Transaction & Commercial Advisory

Aequalis Consulting Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting is partnering with a well-regarded advisory business to appoint a Senior Advisor within its Transactions & Commercial Advisory team, in Sydney. The role sits at the heart of major infrastructure delivery, supporting clients through planning, procurement and commercial structuring of complex programs.

You will contribute to successful delivery by leading end-to-end procurement processes, developing commercial strategies, and analyzing financial and risk factors to inform

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure transactions or commercial advisory.
• 10+ years in relevant environments.
• Experience on major project procurements ($200m+).
• Ability to communicate practical advice to clients.
• Comfort with senior government and industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including EOI and RFT stages.
• Develop commercial strategies, delivery models, and evaluation frameworks.
• Analyze financial, commercial and risk considerations to inform client decisions.
• Produce high-quality documentation and structured outputs.
• Coordinate inputs across multidisciplinary project teams and guide critical decisions.

Skills

Infrastructure transactions

Commercial advisory

Procurement frameworks

Stakeholder management

Financial risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Engineering/Related

Job description

Location: Sydney | Confidential Appointment

Aequalis Consulting is partnering with a well-regarded advisory business to appoint a Senior Advisor within its Transactions & Commercial Advisory team.

This opportunity sits at the heart of major infrastructure project delivery, supporting clients through the planning, procurement, and commercial structuringof complex programs.

The Role

You will contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure transactions by:

Supporting and leading end-to-end procurement processes, including EOI and RFT stages

Developing commercial strategies, delivery models, and evaluation frameworks

Analysing financial, commercial and risk considerations to inform client decisions

Producing high-quality documentation and structured outputs

Working closely with clients to guide critical decision-making points

Coordinating inputs across multidisciplinary project teams

About You

You are an experienced professional with a background in infrastructure transactions or commercial advisory, bringing:

Approximately 10+ years’ experiencein relevant environments

Experience working on major project procurements (ideally $200m+)

Strong understanding of procurement frameworks, transaction strategy, and risk allocation

Exceptional ability to communicate clear, practical advice to clients

Confidence working with senior stakeholders across government and industry

Why Consider This Opportunity

Contribute to high-profile infrastructure transactions

Develop your capability in complex commercial advisory environments

Join a team known for quality, clarity, and delivery excellence

Build exposure across transport and major infrastructure sectors

Confidential Enquiry

This search is being managed on a strictly confidential basis.

About Aequalis Consulting

At Aequalis Consulting, we’re more than just a recruitment agency—we’re your career partner. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in connecting talented professionals with opportunities that align with their skills, ambitions, and values. Whether you’re looking for a permanent position, a contract role, or an executive placement, we’re here to support you at every step of your career journey. Join us and discover the next exciting chapter in your professional life.