Senior Consultant - Business Transformation (Power & Utilities)

Senior Consultant - Business Transformation (Power & Utilities)

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Consultant to join our growing Power & Utilities team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about driving transformation in the energy sector and delivering high-impact solutions to clients.

This role is based in Naarm (Melbourne).

Your key responsibilities 

• Lead and contribute to transformation engagements within the Power & Utilities sector, including digital transformation, operating model redesign, regulatory reform, and customer experience enhancement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address strategic challenges such as energy transition, decarbonisation, and grid modernisation.
• Drive project execution by conducting market and stakeholder analysis, facilitating workshops and interviews, supporting change management activities, and preparing high-quality deliverables such as reports, presentations, and business cases for senior stakeholders.
• Support team growth and capability building by mentoring junior team members and contributing to the ongoing development of knowledge and expertise within the practice.

Skills and attributes for success

• Proven experience in the Power & Utilities sector, ideally within a top-tier or boutique consulting firm, though relevant industry experience is also highly valued. Strong understanding of key sector trends including energy transition, DER integration, regulatory reform, and digital enablement.
• Expertise in delivering business transformation initiatives, technology implementation, and operating model design, with a demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below :

• Degree in Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or related field.

• Experience working with energy market operators, utilities, or government agencies.
• Familiarity with tools and methodologies such as Agile, Design Thinking, or enterprise architecture frameworks.

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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