Senior Consultant - Strategic Consulting

Cushman & Wakefield; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield’s Strategic Consulting team in Canberra is seeking a curious, analytical Senior Consultant to contribute to research, analysis and client advice across property assets, portfolios, investments and projects.

You’ll bring 3–5 years’ experience in property, infrastructure, consulting, government or professional services, plus a relevant qualification, and you’ll develop your technical, commercial and writing skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in property, infrastructure, consulting, government or professional services.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in property, economics, finance, planning, engineering, commerce or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret information and explain findings clearly.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Good organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and a willingness to learn.
• Experience in financial modelling, business cases, market research, property advisory or EstateMaster would be valuable.

Responsibilities

• Support advisory assignments: feasibility studies, business cases, property strategies, and transactions.
• Undertake quantitative and qualitative analysis and interpret property, market, financial and policy information.
• Prepare client reports, presentations and supporting materials.
• Contribute to financial modelling, market research and demand analysis.
• Support proposals, pitches and project administration.
• Collaborate with colleagues across assignments, manage priorities and maintain quality.
• Build relationships with clients and colleagues and contribute ideas to improve workflows.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualification in property, economics, finance, planning, engineering, commerce or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

EstateMaster

Job description

Senior Consultant - Strategic Consulting

Cushman & Wakefield’s Strategic Consulting team provides independent, evidence-based advice to help public and private sector clients make informed decisions about their property assets, portfolios, investments and projects.

We’re looking for a curious, analytical and motivated Senior Consultant to join our Canberra team. You’ll contribute to research, analysis and client advice across a range of assignments while developing your technical, commercial and consulting skills. You may bring particular strengths in financial modelling, research, business cases, valuation or data anlaysis and report writing, together with the ability and interest to broaden your experience.

What you’ll do

Support property and infrastructure advisory assignments, including feasibility assessments, business cases, property strategies and transaction-related work.

Undertake quantitative and qualitative analysis and interpret property, market, financial and policy information.

Prepare clear client reports, presentations and supporting materials.

Contribute to financial modelling, market research and demand analysis according to your skills and project requirements.

Support proposals, pitches and project administration.

Collaborate with colleagues across multiple assignments, managing priorities and maintaining attention to quality.

Build effective relationships with clients and colleagues and contribute ideas to improve how we work.

About you

You’ll typically bring around 3–5 years’ experience in a relevant field, such as property, infrastructure, consulting, government or professional services.

You’ll also bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in property, economics, finance, planning, engineering, commerce or a related discipline.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• The ability to interpret information and explain your findings clearly.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.


• Good organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.


• A collaborative approach and a willingness to learn.


• Experience in financial modelling, business cases, market research, property advisory or tools such as EstateMaster would be valuable.

Why join us?

You’ll gain exposure to varied clients and assignments, learn from experienced advisers and build a broad foundation in strategic property and infrastructure consulting. You’ll be part of a national team that shares expertise across locations and disciplines.

This role is based in Canberra.

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply.

Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries.

In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other.

Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture.

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For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com