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About Us

Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all. 

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Portfolio Management Business Partner to join our Strategy & Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO). This exciting role is pivotal in defining and managing the company's project investment strategy, evaluating business opportunities, supporting capital allocation and execution, and uplifting capability. The successful candidate will be a key member of the EPMO, and will work closely with various business units as a true partner to embed efficient and effective governance, improve delivery confidence, support business unit and enterprise prioritisation, and ensure EA achieves the intended outcomes from its project investment portfolio. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Enterprise investment prioritisation process, translating strategic roadmaps into investment plans, and monitor risks and opportunities affecting portfolio priorities.
• Communicate prioritisation decisions, coach business units on investment submissions and valuation, and ensure submissions meet criteria and are well-documented.
• Enhance capital productivity through disciplined governance, support investment mobilisation, and monitor progress according to commitments.
• Review financials, schedules, and status reports, risks and dependencies, and proactively support delivery teams to identify and manage risks and opportunities.
• Provide ongoing proactive assurance and work with external assurance partners as required.
• Be an active, engaged EPMO team member and contribute to achieve strategic and operational outcomes, evolve governance standards, templates, reporting and practices, and support portfolio tool management.
• Collaborate with the Transformation Office to ensure alignment with strategic and commercial objectives.

About You:

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Science, Engineering, Finance, Technology, or related fields.
• Strong commercial acumen with practical experience in project valuation and benefits validation, writing and reviewing business cases, and the ability to coach and guide others.
• Extensive experience in portfolio planning including quarterly planning and big room planning concepts, persistent/capacity funded team models, governance, assurance and delivery within large, complex organisations with a focus on agile ways of working.
• Proven ability to coach and guide project professionals and executives to achieve business outcomes within agreed timeframes and budget.
• Experience in strategic portfolio management and lean portfolio practices, with understanding of modern delivery methodologies and governance standards.
• Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, and advisory skills with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders and team members.
• Superior communication, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in portfolio and project management tools, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Jira, Confluence advantageous

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to ‘light the way’ towards your next career move, click the 'Apply’ button to submit a confidential application. 

We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome. 

We offer;

• Discounts on your energy bills for you, your friends and family
• Recharge and relax with two extra days of leave each year. We call them recharge days.
• Choose your own public holidays. Take them as they fall or on a day that is more convenient or culturally significant to you!
• We offer 20 weeks paid parental leave that’s completely gender-equal.
• Balance Life and Work through our Energise program giving the freedom to choose when, where and how you work.