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Holocentric is seeking a visionary Defence Account Director to join our senior leadership team. In this influential role, you'll lead diverse teams of service delivery and technical experts, driving impactful solutions for Defence clients. We're looking for a client-focused strategist and dynamic people leader passionate about empowering organizations to achieve operational excellence through innovative technology.
What we do
At Holocentric, we build software that help organisations and their people do their best work. Our customers use our process, risk and compliance software to meet their regulatory obligations, improve their operations, and train and guide their people. We are proud to have strong long-term customer partnerships with many Australian household brand names in banking, airline, utilities, university and government sectors. Owned and backed by Omegro, our focus is on long-term success of our customers, our businesses, and our people.
What is it like working in our team?
You will be part of a diverse group of motivated and expert individuals who are aligned by our shared aspirations, our strategy, and the Holocentric way of working. We have a shared commitment and are guided by our values so that we create positive experiences and outcomes for ourselves as individuals, our team and our customers. Our values guide us in how we prioritise ownership; dream big but start small; invite and engage in respectful dissent; and excel by embracing and learning from failure.
What is the objective of this role?
As Defence Account Director, you will be primarily responsible for the strategic direction, oversight and management of Holocentric’s Department of Defence Account. You will lead Holocentric’s engagement with the Australian Department of Defence, providing strategic advice with respect to enterprise business performance improvement. This role offers the opportunity to set and drive strategy and plans for the Account and lead a dedicated team spanning Account Management, Professional Services, Customer Care, Technical Solutions Development and Technical Support.
Based in Canberra, you will engage with the Holocentric SLT and Omegro Leadership to build and develop networks across our clients and partners and to identify and prioritize prospective business opportunities.
What You’ll Do in This Role
As a key leader in our Defence Business Account, you will:
* Develop and implement business strategies and plans.
* Lead and inspire the Holocentric Defence team to achieve its objectives.
* Provide strategic advice to enhance business performance, optimize processes, and adopt enabling technologies such as Holocentric, Robotic Process Automation, Process Mining, BI, and AI.
* Drive Holocentric services to deliver strong business outcomes for our Defence clients.
* Ensure Omegro's global and portfolio strategic objectives are integrated into the business line.
* Manage business risks effectively.
* Develop talent and capability within the team.
* Foster a positive culture aligned with our broader Group and Portfolio.
Our Ideal Candidate
* Strategic Expertise: Management consulting, strategic advice, and/or leading complex programs for senior executives in Federal Government.
* Client Engagement: Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships and service delivery.
* Strategy Development: Expertise in business strategy, IT strategy, or consulting.
* Business Performance Improvement: Knowledge in business capability and process optimization and relevant technologies.
* People Leadership: Demonstrable skills in inspiring teams, creating accountability, building collaboration, and fostering professional growth.
* Security Clearance: Baseline or NV1 clearance.
Perks of the Job
* Empowerment: Make real impact with a high degree of autonomy, alongside strong management and peer support.
* Career Growth: Unlock opportunities for career advancement and executive leadership development.
* Development Resources: Enjoy access to a vast range of professional development tools, training courses, and leadership accelerators.
* Global Network: Connect with thousands of thought leaders and executives within our parent company.
* International Events: Attend exclusive international leadership and best practice learning events twice a year.
* Collaborative Bonus: Earn a bonus that reflects shared contributions to company performance.
Holocentric is a multi-diverse and equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. You do need to be an Australian citizen and possess a baseline security clearance to be applicable for this role.
To apply for this role, please provide your resume and a cover letter via the “Apply Now” button.
Your application will include the following questions:
* How many years' experience do you have as an account director?
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* What's your expected annual base salary?
* Do you hold Australian Security Clearance?
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