Work that shapes Australia 

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. 

Overview

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. 

The Team

Commercial, Financial and Infrastructure (CFI) Advisory  

You will join Scyne’s Commercial, Financial and Infrastructure (CFI) practice. Our team works at the intersection of public policy, economics, strategy, service design and infrastructure, helping clients address complex strategic, operational and financial challenges to improve performance and create sustainable value.

CFI brings together deep expertise in infrastructure advisory and delivery, actuarial analysis, financial optimisation, restructuring and dispute processes. This integrated approach enables us to deliver enhanced strategic and commercial outcomes, optimised financial performance and enhanced sustainability.  

Our work is broad and multidisciplinary. It can include public policy and strategy, economic and options analysis, service planning, operating model and organisational design, business cases and investment planning, financial advisory, infrastructure strategy, commercial advice, implementation planning and major project advisory.

We work across sectors that matter to communities, including health, education, housing, justice, transport, energy and utilities and social infrastructure, supporting clients to navigate complex problems where policy, services, people, funding and infrastructure intersect.

We bring together people with diverse professional backgrounds, including consulting, government, public policy, economics, finance, strategy, law, and infrastructure, and value the different perspectives and experiences they bring to our work.  

Our team is growing  and we are looking for a graduate to join our team in Adelaide. 

The Role

As a Graduate in our Commercial, Financial and Infrastructure 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 will 

• Work across infrastructure, major projects and the services they enable, including health, housing, transport, energy and utilities, and sport and entertainment.
• Support strategic, operational and performance reviews through research, data analysis, benchmarking and financial analysis to identify key insights and improvement opportunities.
• Analyse organisational performance to identify opportunities to grow revenue, reduce costs, improve productivity and strengthen financial sustainability.
• Contribute to operating model and organisational design engagements by analysing structures, processes, governance, capabilities and service delivery arrangements.
• Support the development of strategies and practical recommendations that address complex organisational, commercial and infrastructure challenges.
• Develop capabilities in strategic problem-solving, investment planning and decision-making, including transactions involving government, not-for-profit and private sector organisations.
• Build strong economic analysis, financial modelling and project finance capabilities, applying quantitative and qualitative analysis to assess options, evaluate impacts and support evidence-based decisions.
• Translate analysis and insights into high-quality business cases, executive briefs, reports, presentations, board papers and implementation roadmaps.
• Develop strong written, verbal, visual and data communication skills, including the ability to craft clear narratives that influence decisions and resonate with diverse stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes, build trusted relationships and create a positive client experience.
• Contribute to proposals, business development and internal initiatives that support the continued growth of the Strategic Performance Improvement team.
• Take an active role in your own development, continuously building and expanding your skills and capabilities while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.

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 finance, economics, business, commerce, engineering, law 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. 

• Market leading Parental Leave: Allows either carer to take 26 weeks of leave, flexibly, until a child is two years of age. A six-month minimum service requirement for new starters applies. We also make full superannuation contributions for up to 12 months (including unpaid parental leave).
• Flex working: Our people have the autonomy to choose where and when they work so they can integrate their professional and personal lives, finding the right balance that fuels their growth, wellbeing, engagement and productivity. If it works for them, their teams, and their clients, it works for us.
• Additional leave: a 5th week of paid leave to support rest, wellbeing, and inclusion during our annual summer shutdown also Birthday leave, First Nations Cultural Leave, Floating Public Holidays, Leave+ (purchased leave up to 12 weeks), Study Leave, Volunteering Leave, and more!
• Employee share options for every team member, reflecting our commitment to shared success and ownership.
• Smart Device reimbursement: Working flexibly means accessing the information you need on the go. That’s why we help pay for your smartphone or tablet, claiming up to $60 a month towards your bill.
• Wellness and Lifestyle benefits: We’ll give you $295 a year to spend on items or activities that support your wellness, and up to $205 a year to support your balanced lifestyle.
• Sonder: A digital care platform that empowers people to actively take control of their wellbeing to live well and perform at their best, free to Scyne Employees and their immediate family members.

Scyne Advisory: Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Impact

We champion a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognising that collective intelligence and varied perspectives are crucial for delivering exceptional outcomes for Australia's public sector. We actively encourage applications from individuals within marginalised and historically underrepresented communities. Please advise us if you require any adjustments during the application process.

We are deeply passionate about improving outcomes for First Peoples, collaborating with government and community sectors on programs focused on First Nations clients, consumers, and communities. We highly value the profound knowledge, insights, capabilities, strength, resilience, and cultural competence of First Peoples.

Our recruitment process is fair and inclusive, seeking a skilled and diverse workforce reflective of the communities we serve. We consider ability, performance, potential, and alignment with our values, valuing unique experiences and contributions. Background checks and, if required, valid Commonwealth security clearances are part of our process.

For recruitment partners, please note that candidate submissions from search firms and recruiters are only accepted in alignment with a pre-existing, signed agreement for a specific position. Unsolicited resumes will not incur financial obligation.