At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape NRMA's future by leading strategic projects and driving growth.
- Company: Join the NRMA, a leader in connecting people and places across Australia.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, discounts, and well-being benefits.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability and corporate strategy while growing your career.
- Qualifications: 5-10+ years in corporate strategy or consulting with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 145627 - 177989 $ per year.
United by our purpose to keep Australia moving by connecting people and places, the NRMA has a great opportunity for you to join our Strategy team on a 12-month parental leave contract. In this pivotal role, you will help shape the future of our businesses and drive growth and transformation across the Group.
As a Senior Strategy Manager, you will work closely with the Head of Strategy (interim) and the GM Strategy & ESG to shape and deliver NRMA's enterprise and portfolio strategies. You will lead workstreams on strategic projects across group businesses, applying structured problem-solving, analytical rigour and effective stakeholder engagement to deliver high-impact recommendations. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives in complexity, enjoys switching between big-picture vision and granular detail, and is passionate about embedding sustainability and social impact into corporate strategy.
Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Support the development and refresh NRMA's enterprise, portfolio and BU strategies, working with senior leaders
- Plan and deliver annual strategy offsites for executive and Board
- Facilitate the annual planning process and QBRs (where applicable) in partnership with Group Finance, while supporting divisional leaders to refine strategic priorities and develop effective and aligned OKRs
- Lead strategic projects from conception to execution, to drive growth and improve commercial performance across the NRMA group. Projects may range from developing new membership propositions, to conducting commercial diagnostics and shaping transformation initiatives for BUs, to conducting analysis and making well-reasoned recommendations on major decisions like investments in new businesses or capabilities, to collaborating with cross-functional teams to stand up new business opportunities
We offer a hybrid work arrangement where you can work across our Sydney CBD and Sydney Olympic Park offices as well as some work from home, as required and agreed for the role.
What You'll Bring
- 5-10+ years in corporate strategy and/or consulting, ideally with exposure to transport, energy, tourism and/or consumer industries
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen, with experience in key domains like growth strategy, M&A, commercial transformation, digital strategy and transformation, and product innovation
- Proven ability to lead projects and/or workstreams independently, build relationships quickly and influence stakeholders at all levels
- A proactive and entrepreneurial approach to developing opportunities; persistence and creativity to find solutions to challenges along the way
- Enjoys being 'hands-on' and fluent in the strategy technical toolkit - Excel modelling, data visualization, sharp Powerpoint storytelling, AI for research/analysis/thought partnership
- Ability to 'porpoise' between the granular analysis and big-picture recommendations, with excellent structured communication across all mediums
- Collaborative and curious, with a strong growth mindset and ability to absorb and act on feedback
What's in it for you?
At the NRMA we aren't just about discounts (although you do get these too). We offer benefits to help make work and life just right for you:
- Progressive flexibility and well-being benefits to balance all of life's priorities
- Complimentary myNRMA membership including discounts on car, travel, fuel, groceries, movie tickets, fashion, attractions, restaurants and much more
- Employee referral program where you may be eligible for a referral payment of up to $2,000
- Opens the door to other potential opportunities across the NRMA Group
Know You Belong
We're for inclusion, diversity and representing the members, guests, customers and communities we serve. That's why we welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be a part of our team.
As part of our recruitment process, successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks. Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. The NRMA is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Senior Strategy Manager in Sydney employer: The NRMA
At NRMA, we are dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children, making us an exceptional employer for those passionate about child safety. Our hybrid work model across Sydney Olympic Park and Sydney CBD, combined with comprehensive benefits like travel discounts and well-being initiatives, ensures a balanced work-life experience. We prioritise employee growth through opportunities to progress within the organisation while fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.
