Strategy Associate

• Challenge yourself to develop insights and recommendations for the Qantas Group Leadership Team and Board of Directors through delivering insightful and impactful analysis and recommendations 
• Together well define the strategic direction of Qantas Group including Qantas Airways Jetstar Group and Qantas Loyalty 
• Permanent position based at Qantas Group head office in Mascot 

Today were busy planning for tomorrow. We look to the future to guide the way we innovate helping us stay relevant and responsive in an unpredictable industry. Were constantly evolving and this means the opportunities for our people are every role theres the opportunity to embrace personal development and career growth ownership of projects and the ability to make an impact. 

The global aviation industry is just as complex as it is our dynamic environment strategy across all areas of Qantas Group must continually evolve to stay ahead of the curve and ensure we create value for our customers employees and shareholders. Our Group Strategy team drives competitive advantage through responding to change and uncertainty to maintain our leadership position. 

As a Strategy Associate you will be responsible for driving key modules on Group strategy projects under the direction of a manager in collaboration with senior stakeholders. You will own and drive complex detailed analysis and recommendations development on topics that are unique in nature and have high-value and high-impact outcomes for the Qantas Group. Strategy projects are generally initiated internally or at the direction of the Board Exco Group CEO or Group CFO. Examples of project topics may include international growth and expansion profit optimisation capital efficiency and effectiveness and technology and AI enabled transformation. 

As an Associate you will also be responsible for driving the creation of content developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships and collaboratively developing solutions that assist senior management in making significant strategic decisions. To be successful in this role you will be expected to use the traditional strategy toolkit as well as using AI platforms to uplift efficiency and quality of insights and outputs. 

What youll bring to the role: 

• Minimum of 3 years of full-time professional experience at a top-tier strategy consulting firm (such as Bain BCG McKinsey or Kearney) investment bank or in-house corporate strategy function  
• A strong strategy toolkit with outstanding problem-solving analytical communication project management and teamwork skills 
• Experience and exposure to a broad range of industries and complex strategic topics. Airline industry transportation or heavy industry exposure is desirable but not essential 
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline 
• Highly structured style and results-oriented approach and the intellectual capability to quickly understand and apply new concepts and think laterally 
• Proven ability to create high-quality quantitative analysis and written materials for presentation to senior management and ExCo 
• Advanced proficiency in Excel Word and PowerPoint experience working with AI tools and experimenting with fit-for-purpose use cases 
• Sound organisational skills with an ability to prioritise conflicting tasks in order to meet strict deadlines 
• Strong verbal communication and relationship-building skills and a high level of emotional intelligence to work successfully with a broad range of stakeholders across the Qantas Group 
• Emotional intelligence and maturity to deal with sensitive and confidential business projects 
• A high level of commitment and professionalism 
• A strong interest in the airline industry and a desire to gain knowledge and experience across a variety of Qantas Group businesses 
• A desire to work in and contribute to a diverse collaborative high-performing and social team environment 

Why Qantas 

Youll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully. 

There are many different opportunities across our team which means youll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. Youll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role weve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions the destinations are endless.  

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel. 

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe both for you and your family and friends as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including up to 18 weeks paid parental leave and additional purchased leave options.  
• Well give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping food and wine insurance health and wellbeing leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
• Well support your wellbeing: Whether its learning to better support your own and others mental health our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan. 

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

Please note: applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship. 

Applications close: 16th of August 2026

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time