Assistant Manager to Manager, Strategy and Performance

Division: Advisory 

Department: Deals & Performance 

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent 

Application Closing Date: 13 March 2026

About Us

McGrathNicol is a specialist Advisory and Restructuring firm, helping businesses improve performance, manage risk, and achieve stability and growth. Guided by our values of Understanding, Commitment, and Impact, we are high-performing, client-focused, and proud of our collegiate culture. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to attracting and retaining exceptional talent.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a driven analytical professional to join our Deals and Performance team. In this role, you will have a focus on Performance Improvement and contribute to the delivery of strategic, operational and transformation engagements across a diverse range of industries.

You will work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to analyse business challenges, identify opportunities for improvement, and support the development of practical solutions that enhance performance and deliver measurable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of strategy, performance improvement, cash and working capital management, and transformation engagements across multiple sectors.
• Conduct market, financial and operational analysis to generate insights that support our recommendations.
• Support the development of business cases, operating model reviews and transformation initiatives.
• Assist with managing project activities, including planning, tracking, reporting, and risk management.
• Prepare high-quality client deliverables, including reports, presentations, and analysis summaries.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to gather information, test assumptions and support decision making.‑making.
• Build strong internal and external relationships, fostering a collaborative approach to project delivery.
• Supporting junior team members where required and ensuring timely, accurate outcomes.

About You

• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to convey insights clearly and professionally.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills, with a client‑focused and commercially aware mindset.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability, with high attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities in dynamic project environments.
• A team‑oriented mindset, with a proactive and collaborative working style.
• Committed to continuous learning, professional development and staying across industry trends.
• Strong business and commercial acumen, with the ability to translate analysis into practical, value‑driven insights.

Qualifications and Experiences

• 3-5 years’ experience in strategy, transformation, performance improvement, advisory or management consulting.
• Tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, finance, economics or a related field.
• Either a qualified Chartered Accountant or currently progressing toward professional accreditation.
• Exposure to strategic analysis, operational reviews, transformation projects or commercial decision‑support activities.
• Experience working within structured project environments, with an understanding of project management methodologies and disciplines.
• Strong capability with analysis tools (e.g., Excel, data visualisation platforms).

Why Join Us?

At McGrathNicol, you’ll thrive in an empowering environment where your expertise drives real impact. We offer a competitive annual bonus program, alongside exceptional training and career development opportunities. Our inclusive culture fosters growth through personalised mentorship. You’ll also benefit from comprehensive support such as 26 weeks parental leave, additional leave options, employee assistance, health and wellbeing programs, and opportunities for social and community engagement.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your success.

Interested?

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and grow your career, apply today to join our dynamic team at McGrathNicol.