Associate Director NCS Australia · Canberra, ACT, au

Associate Director

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-07 Canberra, ACT, au Full-time Hybrid Consulting Strategy
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$10,833–A$15,000/mo

About the Company

At NCS Australia, we're the challenger alternative in technology services and consulting. With more than 47 years of Australian heritage, we partner with governments and leading organisations to solve complex challenges, embrace new opportunities and deliver outcomes that make a real difference. Our people bring together expertise across technology, consulting, delivery, operations, sales and corporate functions. We work collaboratively, challenge the status quo and give our people the opportunity to make an impact - for our clients, our communities and each other. We value Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership and Unity - bringing curiosity, collaboration and accountability to the way we work with our clients and each other. We value different perspectives, experiences and strengths our people bring. We're committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow and succeed, and to providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

About the Role

We are seeking a commercially focused Client Lead to drive NCS Australia's growth across Canberra and the Federal Government sector. Working within our Markets team, you'll identify new opportunities, build executive-level client relationships, and lead strategic growth initiatives that deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients and our business.

Responsibilities

  • ● Develop and execute growth strategies across key Federal Government accounts.
  • ● Build trusted relationships with senior government stakeholders.
  • ● Identify, shape and close complex business opportunities.
  • ● Create compelling value propositions and innovative client solutions.
  • ● Partner with consulting, technology and delivery teams to achieve measurable client outcomes.

Requirements

  • ● Proven success in business development, sales, account management or client leadership within a technology consulting or systems integration environment.
  • ● Strong Federal Government networks and relationship-building capability.
  • ● Experience leading complex bids, RFPs and strategic pursuits.
  • ● Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and commercial skills.
  • ● A consultative, value-led approach to driving growth and client success.
  • ● Applicants will need valid Australian work rights and may be required to undergo relevant background, probity and police checks.

Benefits

  • ● Opportunity to make things happen, bring ideas to life and get stuck in.
  • ● Work alongside experienced people who care about what they do.
  • ● Contribute to meaningful work.
  • ● Support to keep learning and grow your career.
Credential Requirements for Australia
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State Law Society Admission

State Law Society / Bar Association

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 500–2,000 Timeline: 6–18 months
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CPA Australia / CA ANZ Membership

CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 600–1,200/year Timeline: 1–3 years

For public accounting/audit sign-off only — finance roles do not require it