Senior Manager - Technology Strategy and Transformation - Technology Consulting

EY; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Career development

Gender-neutral paid parental leave

Job summary

EY Canberra is seeking a Senior Manager to lead technology strategy and transformation programs for Australian Federal Government clients. You will shape operating models, roadmaps and governance, guiding senior stakeholders and directing multiple workstreams.

This hybrid Canberra role offers flexible hours, leadership development and a path to grow a Canberra Technology Consulting practice within EY, with a focus on delivering measurable organisational change.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading complex technology strategy, operating model, architecture or transformation engagements in consulting, government or another complex environment.
• Demonstrated experience advising senior executives and leading technology transformation initiatives from strategy through to delivery.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive outcomes through collaboration and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technology strategy and transformation engagements for Federal Government priorities and translate them into practical roadmaps and delivery plans.
• Provide trusted advice to senior client stakeholders while directing multiple workstreams and managing scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, coaching and mentoring to achieve outcomes through collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to proposals and business development to grow the Canberra Technology Consulting practice.

Skills

Technology strategy

Transformation leadership

Stakeholder management

Government sector experience

Team leadership

Job description

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Senior Manager - Technology Strategy and Transformation - Technology Consulting

As our Senior Manager - Technology Strategy and Transformation, you'll lead the design and delivery of complex technology-enabled transformation programs for Australian Federal Government clients. You'll shape technology strategies, operating models and transformation roadmaps, advise senior stakeholders and oversee multidisciplinary teams across complex engagements. The role combines strategic executive engagement with hands-on consulting delivery, helping clients transform technology functions, uplift capability and deliver meaningful organisational change.

This is a hybrid position based in Canberra - Ngambri. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

The opportunity

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technology strategy and transformation engagements, translating Federal Government priorities into practical roadmaps, operating models and delivery plans.


• Provide trusted advice to senior client stakeholders while directing multiple workstreams and maintaining accountability for scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk.


• Lead and develop high-performing teams, coaching and mentoring team members while driving outcomes through collaboration, influence and stakeholder engagement.


• Contribute to proposals and business development and help grow the Canberra Technology Consulting practice.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Due to the nature of the Australian Federal Government work, this role requires Australian citizenship.


• A current TSPV security clearance is highly desirable, however candidates holding a current NV2 clearance and eligible to obtain a TSPV may also be considered.


• Significant experience leading complex technology strategy, operating model, architecture or transformation engagements in consulting, government or another complex environment.


• Demonstrated experience advising senior executives and leading technology transformation initiatives from strategy through to delivery.

Ideally, you'll also have the skills and attributes below but don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes. We're interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• Experience working with Australian Federal Government clients or within a government environment, with Defence or national security experience viewed favourably.


• Strong technology grounding across strategy, enterprise architecture, governance, operating models and large-scale transformation delivery.


• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead multidisciplinary teams and turn complex issues into clear decisions and executable plans.


• A commercial mindset with experience contributing to proposals, client account growth and the development of people and practice capability.


• Experience supporting technology function transformation, capability uplift and organisational change initiatives within complex environments.

While this role is targeted at experienced leaders, we are always keen to connect with talented technology professionals holding a current TSPV clearance who may be interested in future opportunities within our Canberra Technology Consulting team.

What We Offer You

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more.

• 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 ey.com/au/careerdevelopment


• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.


• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits


• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous

Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at [e-mail] or [phone] (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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