Senior Leader - Program Design and Delivery (Canberra)

Senior Leader
- Program Design and Delivery Join our Program Design and Delivery team in Canberra as a Senior Leader and take a leading role in shaping and delivering major Federal Government programs. This is a senior client‑facing role for someone who brings deep P3M experience, strong executive relationships and a genuine interest in building high‑performing teams that deliver practical outcomes. You will lead a large multidisciplinary team embedded with a Federal Government client, while also helping grow our broader Federal Government P3M capability. Alongside delivery, you will work closely with Partners and leaders across Synergy to identify opportunities, respond to client needs, support proposals and help build a strong pipeline of future work. What you’ll do This is a role for a hands‑on leader who can confidently balance strategy, delivery, people leadership and business growth. In practice, this looks like:
- Lead the delivery of a major Federal Government program and a large multidisciplinary client team.
- Manage program planning, schedules, resourcing, risks, issues and dependencies.
- Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and act as a strategic delivery partner.
- Coach and lead P3M professionals, supporting team performance, growth and career development.
- Help grow Synergy’s Federal Government P3M practice through workforce planning and talent development.
- Identify opportunities, shape proposals and contribute to new work across major programs. What you’ll bring Our most successful people are curious, collaborative problem‑solvers who bring structured thinking, a growth mindset and the resilience to thrive in fast‑moving environments. They build trusted relationships with integrity, communicate clearly and know when to step in to help deliver great outcomes. In this role, you’ll also bring:
- Extensive experience (ideally 12+ years) leading high‑performing program teams across multiple disciplines within professional services organisations operating in Federal Government environments.
- Strong and active relationships with senior executives across Federal Government.
- Contemporary program and project management certifications, with strong P3M discipline.
- A track record of building, leading and retaining capable consulting teams.
- Experience identifying opportunities and contributing to proposals in a professional services setting.
- Transparent communication, sound judgement and the ability to adapt your approach to different clients and contexts. Due to the nature of the work, the successful candidate must hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain, a Baseline security clearance. If you already hold a current Baseline or higher clearance, or are eligible and willing to undergo AGSVA security vetting, we encourage you to apply. Please note that Australian citizenship is required for this process. About Synergy Group At Synergy Group, we’re challengers, collaborators, and problem solvers. Our culture is built on curiosity, creativity, integrity, and a belief in potential. We partner closely with clients to shape solutions that tackle Australia’s most complex challenges, and we attract people who want their work to matter. You’ll join a team that values trust, growth, and meaningful impact. What we offer At Synergy, it’s personal. We offer a supportive, flexible environment with benefits designed to help you thrive at work and in life:
- Benefits to support different life stages, including generous parental leave and purchased leave options.
- Everyday benefits through Flare discounts, novated leasing, and a range of salary sacrificing options.
- A collaborative office environment that promotes innovation, plus the perks of a fully stocked kitchen (snacks and barista coffee), a dedicated kids’ space, and a few ways to unwind (including the ping pong table).
- Learning and growth support, including access to LinkedIn Learning. How to Apply If you’re someone who loves solving complex problems, values growth, and wants to contribute to a dynamic, purpose driven team, we’d love to hear from you:
- Please click the Apply button on this advertisement.
- Applications should include a resume and a one‑page summary outlining how your skills and experience align with the role requirements. Synergy Group is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. If you need adjustments or support during the application process, please reach out to our recruitment team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rtdeb