Graduate Consultant / Analyst (Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra)

Description:

Data-driven decisions for the public good.

Join the dynamic, high-achieving team at Ember Advisors, a rapidly expanding management consultancy at the forefront of innovation in the public sector. Ember Advisors combines strategy consulting and advanced data analytics to drive social impact in the public sector. Our approach centres on helping public and social sector organisations solve problems using expert data and analytics services. We work closely with senior leaders in Commonwealth and state government agencies, as well as non-profit organisations to help drive data-driven decisions for the public good.

As an Associate Consultant or Associate Analyst, you will be a valued team member on consulting projects for our public sector and social purpose clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Employing cutting-edge analytics techniques, such as machine learning and statistical modelling
• Extracting and interpreting key insights, crafting compelling visualisations and outputs that resonate with our clients and stakeholders
• Presenting insights and findings with clarity in client meetings, influencing decision-making and public policy design and delivery
  
  

We are looking for applicants for this graduate or early career role to start in early 2026.

Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT on Sunday 16 March 2025.


About The Application Process

Our application process includes online assessments, a technical task and interviews. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis over the application window. Importantly, you may be asked to complete the next steps in our assessment process before the application window closes. Please pay attention to your email account for notifications. We encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible.


Graduate Program Information Sessions

We are hosting online information sessions about the 2026 Graduate Program in late February and early March 2025. These sessions are hosted by consultants including recent graduates.

These sessions will cover:

• Introduction to consulting at Ember Advisors
• Overview of Ember's work and example projects
• Overview of the graduate program and application process
  
  

See session times and sign up to attend here.

Commitment to diversity

Ember Advisors is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We aim to create an environment where all team members are respected and encouraged to share their unique perspectives, enhancing our solutions and their impact. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

Requirements

• Australian citizenship required
• Qualifications in actuarial studies, data science, maths, commerce, computer science, economics and/or finance
• Previous consulting experience desirable but not essential
• Demonstrated interest in solving complex problems in the public sector
• A commitment to ethics and integrity
• Experience working with or willingness to learn data analysis techniques (Excel, Python, R, modelling, visualisation)
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, and a creative mindset
• Adaptability in a fast-paced work environment
• Personal accountability - a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to take initiative and drive projects forward
• Team player - having an ability to work well with others, positive attitude, and growth mindset
  
  
  

Benefits

• Social impact: Utilise your data consulting skills for good by working exclusively on social purpose projects
• Competitive remuneration: >$90,000 (including salary, bonus and superannuation), plus 4 weeks annual leave
• Flexible work: Central CBD office locations in Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra with hybrid work model
• Professional growth: Strong learning and development opportunities including on formal training, learning-on-the-job, and mentoring by excellent project managers, experienced senior consultants and technical leaders
• Diverse engagements: Work on a wide range of projects across Commonwealth and state government clients and non-profit organisations
• Team dynamics: Vibrant, high performing team, flat team structure with regular exposure to senior leaders and social events
• Career progression: Rapid progression based on capability and performance (not tenure)
• Travel: regular travel to the client site, including interstate and overnight travel