We are public purpose specialists supporting with public purpose organisations to solve complex challenges and deliver meaningful outcomes for Australians. From shaping national policy to delivering critical public projects, we help build resilient, equitable, secure, and prosperous communities. 

Our values shape everything we do - Stronger Together, Amplify Impact, Build Trusted Relationships, Value Every Person, Think Beyond Limits, and Defined by Ethics - guiding how we collaborate, innovate, and drive meaningful change. 

Embark on an exciting 12-month adventure with our graduate program, where you'll jump straight into real-world environments and play a hands-on role in projects at the forefront of the industry. Experience firsthand what it’s like to work shoulder-to-shoulder with senior leaders, join forces with dynamic and supportive teams, and engage in lively conversations with industry experts.

This program provides you with a strong foundation in consulting and a deep dive into the sectors we serve. Through structured learning, personalised mentoring, interactive e-learning pathways and regular feedback, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop your consulting toolkit and kickstart your career with us.

You will join Scyne’s Commercial, Finance and Infrastructure practice as a Graduate in our Strategic Performance Improvement team. Our team works with clients to address complex strategic, operational and financial challenges, helping organisations improve performance and create sustainable value.

You’ll work alongside experienced consultants and senior client leaders across a range of sectors, supporting engagements spanning strategy development, performance improvement, operating model design and organisational transformation.

Your Role: Making an Impact from Day One

As a Graduate in our Strategic Performance Improvement team, you won’t be sitting on the sidelines. You’ll dive straight into real-world projects that shape Australian organisations and public-purpose outcomes.

Day to day, you’ll:

• Support strategic and operational reviews by undertaking research, data analysis, benchmarking and financial analysis to identify key insights and opportunities.
• Analyse organisational performance to help identify opportunities to improve revenue, reduce costs, increase productivity and strengthen financial sustainability.
• Support the development of strategies and recommendations that help clients address complex organisational and commercial challenges.
• Contribute to operating model and organisational design engagements by analysing structures, processes, governance, capabilities and service delivery arrangements.
• Help translate analysis and insights into clear recommendations, business cases, presentations and practical implementation roadmaps.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Contribute to proposals, business development activities and internal initiatives that support the continued growth of the Strategic Performance Improvement team.

As a growing professional in Strategic Performance Improvement, you’ll:

• Develop your strategic, commercial and financial acumen while building a strong foundation in consulting.
• Learn how to structure complex problems, undertake rigorous analysis and translate findings into practical recommendations for clients.
• Build your capability in financial analysis, data analysis, benchmarking and the development of evidence-based insights.
• Gain exposure to senior executives and decision-makers across a range of industries and complex organisations.
• Develop an understanding of how strategy, organisational design, operations and financial performance come together to drive sustainable organisational outcomes.
• Build your communication and stakeholder engagement skills by contributing to workshops, presentations and client discussions.
• Work alongside experienced team members who will support your development through coaching, feedback and hands-on project experience.

To be eligible to apply you need to:

• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Have completed or be completing a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with a focus on Commence or Engineering in either 2025 or 2026
• Prior working experience in Strategy / Consulting related roles, internships or placements would be highly regarded
• Be able to commence in March 2027.

What’s in it for you? 

Launch your career with hands-on experience, meaningful work, and a team that supports your growth. From day one, you'll contribute to real projects, tackling challenges that make a difference while developing skills that set you apart. 

You’ll be mentored by industry experts who will guide, challenge, and inspire you. Our structured training and on-the-job experience will fast-track your development and open doors to exciting career opportunities. 

This is your chance to grow, lead, and shape your future. 

Be part of a close-knit community and thrive in a culture that values fresh ideas. 

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from those in marginalised and/or historically underrepresented communities within our workforce. Additionally, if you require any adjustments to the process, please let us know. 

We Value Every Person and Every Voice:

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

We are passionate about improving outcomes with First Peoples, working in collaboration with government and community sectors towards programs which focus on First Nations clients, consumers and communities.  We recognise the knowledge, insights and capabilities of First Peoples. Their strength, resilience and cultural competence are highly valued.

We know that an inclusive culture, and collective intelligence improves the decision-making processes and is critical to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and team. We encourage applications from those in marginalised and/or historically underrepresented communities within our workforce. Additionally, if you require any adjustments to the process, please let us know

We Value Every Person and Every Voice:

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

We are passionate about improving outcomes with First Peoples, working in collaboration with government and community sectors towards programs which focus on First Nations clients, consumers and communities.  We recognise the knowledge, insights and capabilities of First Peoples. Their strength, resilience and cultural competence are highly valued.

We know that an inclusive culture, and collective intelligence improves the decision-making processes and is critical to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and team. We encourage applications from those in marginalised and/or historically underrepresented communities within our workforce. Additionally, if you require any adjustments to the process, please let us know

Recruitment and Assessment Process:

Scyne’s approach to recruitment and selection is underpinned by key principles and expectations, ensuring we recruit and onboard a skilled and diverse workforce that is representative of the communities and organisations we serve. We ensure selection to roles is fair, with equal access provided, and appointments factor in but not limited to relative ability to fulfil the role, prior performance, potential and alignment with our values – taking unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions into consideration.

We carry out background checks on our people to ensure we have made a sound hiring decision and to protect the organisation and our clients from potential risk. If required, confirmation of a valid Commonwealth security clearance or the ability to obtain a Commonwealth security clearance.

At Scyne, we deeply value our recruitment partnerships. To ensure a clear and efficient process, we kindly request that all candidate submissions from search firms and recruiters are only made in alignment with a pre-existing, signed agreement for a specific position. Please note that any resumes submitted to Scyne for this position on an unsolicited basis, without a prior agreement, will not create any financial obligation for us. Consequently, we will not be liable for any fees or commissions should an unsolicited candidate be engaged, regardless of any conflicting terms or conditions you may have.