EY Parthenon - Manager | Infrastructure Advisory

The opportunity 

EY Parthenon’s Canberra Infrastructure Advisory (IA) team is a high‑impact, trusted advisor to government, working on complex policy, economic and strategic challenges that shape Australia’s long‑term direction. As a Manager, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to support government clients across strategy, policy reform, investment and major transactions, helping them navigate high‑stakes choices that shape long‑term outcomes for communities, sectors and the nation.

With a strong market presence across international engagement and development, transport, energy and utilities, sustainability and defence, the IA Canberra practice plays a unique role in advancing Australia’s engagement across the Asia‑Pacific, supporting infrastructure programs that strengthen regional connectivity and contribute to long‑term growth and resilience. This gives the team’s work both national and international significance.

As a Manager, you will help tackle complex policy, economic and strategic issues, lead analytical work, translate insights into clear and actionable recommendations, oversee project delivery, and contribute to scaling the team’s capability and market presence. The role offers substantial leadership responsibility alongside opportunities for deep professional development through EY’s global network.

Your key responsibilities 

• Manage client engagements, including scoping, delivery and governance.
• Build strong relationships across EY, and with clients and industry partners.
• Provide evidence‑based commercial, economic and strategic policy advice to government clients.
• Produce high‑quality, accessible reports and presentations.
• Build and apply analytical models, including cost–benefit analysis and impact assessments.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, building IA Canberra’s overall capability.
• Support business development, including high‑quality proposal preparation.
• Continue to grow your strengths, sector expertise and professional offering.

Skills and attributes for success 

• 5–10 years’ experience in a similar government or private‑sector role.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, for example finance, accounting, engineering, economics, law, business administration or international relations.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills across quantitative and qualitative domains.
• Experience working with datasets and building or interpreting economic/financial models.
• Ability to translate complex analysis into actionable insights for non‑technical audiences.
• Experience advising government on strategic policy issues, or a strong interest in developing this expertise.
• Excellent interpersonal and client‑management skills, with confidence engaging internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects and people, balancing competing priorities.
• A proactive, positive and collaborative mindset aligned with IA Canberra culture.
• Willingness to travel to support domestic and international government partners.
• Australian citizenship, required for Federal Government security clearances.

What we offer you 

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. 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 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 

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. 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 contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. 

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