Commercial Strategy Manager - Sydney or Melbourne

Job Overview

Join a leading Australian organisation in a critical role driving strategic value from their key commercial partnerships. The Commercial Strategy Manager will be part of the Partnerships, Growth Business Strategy & Value Creation team, focusing on unlocking growth and value across major external collaboration and ventures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic problem solving to uncover new commercial value opportunities within vital partnerships and growth areas.
• Design and manage complex projects integrating commercial, financial, and strategic perspectives to resolve ambiguous business challenges.
• Carry out thorough commercial, financial, and market analyses supporting investment decisions and strategic insights.
• Create clear and compelling executive-level presentations, board papers, and materials that communicate complex data effectively.
• Oversee strategic initiatives end-to-end, ensuring alignment to milestones and desired commercial outcomes.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders by providing data-driven insights and structured problem-solving.
• Develop and nurture productive relationships with internal leaders and external partners to facilitate aligned priorities and long-term value generation.

Candidate Profile

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in top-tier strategy consulting, transaction advisory, corporate development, M&A, or commercial strategy functions.
• Bachelor's degree compulsory; advanced qualifications such as an MBA preferred.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills to simplify complex issues into actionable business strategies.
• Robust commercial and financial expertise with demonstrated ability in evaluating business performance and commercial deals.
• Strong project management skills capable of handling multiple simultaneous initiatives.
• Outstanding stakeholder relationship skills with proven influence at senior leadership levels.
• Excellent communication abilities including experience in preparing executive communications and strategic recommendations.
• Adaptability, resilience, and eagerness to learn in dynamic environments.
• Proficient with MS Office applications and financial modeling/analysis tools.

Additional Details

This position offers a chance to work at the nexus of strategy, finance, and partnerships, influencing tangible commercial outcomes in a large and dynamic corporate setting. The role is based onsite in Sydney or Melbourne, providing a high-impact platform for career progression and meaningful business contribution.