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Job Description

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Delivery Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of workstreams or projects, ensuring successful outcomes that are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex delivery plans, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement in delivery practices. This role requires excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, as well as the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of workstreams or projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Develop and manage delivery plans, schedules, dependencies, risks, and issues across multiple teams.

• Act as the primary point of accountability for delivery performance and outcomes.

• Coordinate and collaborate with business stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to ensure alignment and successful delivery.

• Establish and maintain delivery governance, reporting mechanisms, and cadence to ensure transparency and accountability.

• Proactively identify delivery risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

• Support resource planning, onboarding, and capacity management across delivery teams to ensure optimal performance.

• Track progress against milestones and provide clear, concise status updates to senior stakeholders.

• Drive continuous improvement in delivery practices, ways of working, and team performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Delivery Management, Project Management, or similar roles.

• Proven experience in delivering technology or transformation initiatives.

• Strong ability to manage complex schedules, dependencies, and multiple stakeholders effectively.

• Experience working in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery environments.

• In-depth understanding of delivery governance, reporting, and risk management practices.

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.

• Demonstrated experience in coordinating cross-functional and multi-vendor teams.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced environments.

Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving successful project outcomes and contributing to the continuous improvement of delivery practices. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for leading teams and delivering excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Additional Requirements:

Security Clearance Requirement: Given the secure nature of this role, we are seeking candidates who are Australian Citizens with an active security clearance or are eligible for obtaining security clearance.

This requirement ensures that all team members are cleared to handle sensitive information and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of security in our operations.

Benefits of working at Accenture:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave

• Long & short-term career break opportunities

• Structured career development program

• Local and international career opportunities.

• Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace™

• Flexible Work Arrangements - centered around Accenture’s Truly Human ethos and our commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our people.

• We are proud to be in the top 3 of last year’s Diversity & Inclusion Index!

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