Head of Operations
Australian Industry Group
Sydney, NSW
Management & Change Consulting (Consulting & Strategy)
Full time
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Our member is a leader in their field, supporting clients in both government and private sectors with highly skilled consultants, assisting in the successful delivery of their clients’ projects for over 20 years. They blend traditional project management techniques with the latest agile approaches and software for smarter, more effective project delivery.
Due to their success, they are seeking the requirements of an experienced Head of Operations to support the delivery of the consulting side of the business with a multidisciplinary team comprising finance, IT, security, and HSEQ professionals.
In addition to the leadership of that team, this role is accountable for delivering the more complicated parts of those functions (e.g., consultant effectiveness reports), delivering continuous improvements, reviewing outputs from those functions, and representing corporate operations at the highest levels of management.
The position will play a pivotal role in delivering the essential business functions that are needed for the company to be compliant and effective.
Position responsibilities, but not limited to:
Accountable for the development and implementation of innovative solutions to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the business systems.
Develop and maintain a roadmap for system improvements, prioritizing initiatives based on business impact and resource availability.
Manage and optimize security, HSE, financial, and quality systems to maintain the highest standards.
Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for system enhancement and risk mitigation.
Lead the evaluation and selection of software and tools that enhance internal processes and productivity.
Development and ownership of accurate internal company reports that provide a comprehensive view of staff dynamics, client engagements, profit and loss, and forecasting.
Collaborate with Finance to drive financial accountability and performance across the business.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the business systems team, encouraging proactive problem-solving and genuine project output.
Development and ownership of accurate internal company reports that provide a comprehensive view of staff dynamics, client engagements, profit and loss, and forecasting.
Collaborate with Finance to drive financial accountability and performance across the business.
Support in the development, implementation, and tracking of KPIs and metrics to measure and report on the effectiveness of financial strategies across the business.
Lead the analysis of financial data, providing actionable insights and recommendations for business optimization and growth.
Mentor and coach the team, offering guidance, support, and constructive feedback to team members to ensure they are working at their best.
Strive for cohesion and synergy within the team, promoting seamless collaboration and project execution via a remote management style.
About you:
Certified Practicing Accountant or experience with Business Accounting practices or comparable Degree
Knowledge of requirements for an HSE and Quality Management System (rippling, ClickUp, Xero, Freshworks CRM).
Experience in consulting business management or work within a consulting company.
Ability to work and collaborate in a remote digital environment without losing impact.
Project Management Skillset to manage scope, schedule, budget, and risks/opportunities
Qualification in a process improvement methodology is desirable
Demonstrated knowledge of profit & loss and balance sheets.
Adaptive to changing environments and working to tight deadlines
Acted in a leadership role within a medium-sized business or as a manager within a functional team.
Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate.
Applications close Wednesday, 28 May, at 5pm.
Applications should include a resume and cover letter.
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For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, call Nicole on 0423916963