Date:
26 May 2026
Location:
Canberra, ACT, AU
Department:
Technology & Transformation
Description:
Job Requisition ID: 40042
Senior Consultant | Operations & Transformation | Canberra
Access to free and confidential coaching for you and your family including wellbeing, financial and nutrition coaching
Career breaks for up to 12 months – for study, travel, volunteering, or personal interests
18 weeks paid parental leave + 12 months return to work support (work 4 days and get paid 5)
We are seeking a talented Senior Consultant to join our Operations & Transformation team based in Canberra. This is a permanent role that will support you in growing your career, working across a number of exciting client projects and an opportunity to be part of a market-leading team.
What will your typical day look like?
This is an exciting career opportunity for a career focused Senior Consultant to join our Operation Transformation and immerse yourself in services that drive operational excellence in government organisations. In this role you’ll be engaging directly with Defence leaders to deliver on some of Defence’s most pressing priorities and collaborate with the team to deliver extraordinary results for our clients.
You will work alongside a talented team, applying your expertise to solve complex client problems. Your passion for continuous learning along with your ability to communicate and build strong relationships, will position you as a trusted advisor with your clients. Known for your strong project management skills and your ability to perform under pressure, you will play a crucial role in delivering innovative solutions.
About the team
Deloitte’s Tech & Transformation client service team supports some of Deloitte’s largest clients nationally across a variety of industries.
You will report directly to the Partners / Directors in Operation, Industry and Domain Solutions team and work with team who prioritise client success.
Enough about us, let’s talk about you.
You may have all or some of the following skills/experience:
Knowledge of the Defence or National Security Environment: Proven experience working within or consulting into the National Security Community or Australian Department of Defence (ADF or APS)
Minimum AGSVA NV1 clearance
Experienced in project management or analysis within the One Defence Capability System.
Experience in developing procurement advice for Commonwealth Agencies.
Experience in developing Defence or National Security policy and governance arrangements.
Prior experience in consulting , particularly in a Defence context.
Highly effective communication skills , both written and verbal, and the ability to build strong relationships with a range of clients.
Analytical Expertise and an ability to synthesise results into digestible outputs (e.g. reports).
Curiosity to learn and proactivity to bring forward ideas.
Why Deloitte?
At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work . We’re always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction – whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.
We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone’s perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong.
We value in-person connection with our clients and our colleagues. We offer several ways for you to work flexibly so that you can serve your clients, stay connected with your team, and manage your personal priorities.
To support your personal and professional life , we offer a range of perks and benefits , including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.
