Advisory Manager - APAC

Xodus Group is an international energy consultancy, founded on an integrated approach to energy challenges. Our expert engineering and advisory teams work on projects supporting clients across the globe using clever thinking to overcome challenges, promote sustainability, minimise environmental impact, and maximise return on investment. We work across the energy sector addressing the global mix of energy infrastructure projects and innovative technology opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant and growing business. On joining you will be exposed to a culture of trust and responsibility where you are given the freedom to learn and the support network to help you excel. You will be challenged as well as provide challenge and solutions to others.

Advisory in Xodus is both a business sector and a division.  The division spearheads our overall business activities, establishes project opportunities, and provides advisory and strategic consultancy. The business sector is also served by the other technical discipline-led divisions in Xodus covering Energy Developments, Environment & Sustainability, Subsea & Marine, Process & Facilities and Late Life & Decommissioning. As a truly integrated business we bring together the right skills to work with and solve our clients’ problems.

Ultimately, we bring great, motivated, people together who all understand how energy solutions can be technically, economically, ethically, and environmentally sustainable.

Overall Purpose of the Role

When a client is looking for strategic and techno-commercial advice, our Advisory team steps in. We advise governments, investment institutions, supply chain and owners / developers / operators across the energy sector. Our clients trust us to deliver expert in-depth advice and analysis, combining integrated thinking with practical experiences. Our Advisory services have a key role in the energy transition, covering Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage, electrification, hydrogen (green and blue), renewables, energy optimisation, carbon and emissions management and more.

The purpose of this role is to lead the Advisory service in the APAC region, ensuring the business operates safely, efficiently, and effectively. This involves creating and implementing business development plans based on market intelligence to capitalise on techno-commercial opportunities. By leveraging networks, the role aims to identify and develop new opportunities, fostering strong and trusted relationships with clients. Additionally, the role requires collaboration with the Global Advisory centre and other regions to deliver local value and lead consultancy projects across various energy-related fields.

The role involves working with in-house technical teams, experts, and associates from Xodus offices worldwide, and/or local partners, to provide innovative advice that aligns with clients’ ambitions. Maintaining a constant outlook on the global energy industry is crucial to help the team learn and develop, provide thought leadership, and identify early project opportunities. The role also supports the continued professional development of team members, develops tools and processes for successful energy solutions, and ensures financial performance during the execution of any expansion plans for products and services.

Requirements

• Lead and deliver Advisory services in the APAC region to clients.
• Assess the feasibility of opportunities from technical, economic, legal, environmental, societal, operational, organisational and political perspectives.
• Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Ensure delivery of project scopes within cost, quality, and schedule constraints.
• Develop technical and commercial proposals in response to client requests.
• Develop new and maintain existing client and stakeholder relationships.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in the energy sector, including technologies and regulations.
• Experience working across a range of areas in the energy sector.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrate confidence as a leader in the field, maintaining calm and reason in all situations.
• Conveys the Company’s competencies, vision, and values effectively to both internal and external clients.
• Adapts flexibly to varying assignments, even at short notice or when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Communicates comfortably with all levels, embodying a true team player spirit.
• Client-focused, always striving to exceed expectations.
• Exhibits strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Possesses excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Thinks strategically with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Works well under pressure, managing multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications and Experience

• Approximately 10 years or more of experience in project management within the energy sector.
• Degree in environmental science, engineering, renewable energy, economics/finance or a related field.
• Proven ability to deliver first-class consulting services.
• Lead the delivery of assignments within designated commercial targets.
• Supervise and provide direction to team members, direct reports, and project team.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with company quality procedures.

Benefits

• Part time or Full time will be considered.
• Opportunity to join a vibrant and growing business.
• Market competitive salary.
• Modern office near Elizabeth Quay in Perth with flexible and hybrid working available.
• Life Insurance and Salary Continuance Insurance.
• Paid parental leave from day one of employment.
• Xodus is dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where, every voice is valued, every perspective is celebrated, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 
• Connect with like-minded individuals and allies through our Employee Networks, including Xodus Women's Network, X Pride, Neurodiversity Network and Wellbeing Network.
• Xodus is committed to creating a working environment and culture that is compatible to the wellbeing of all our colleagues

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Xodus is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture whereby everyone has a strong sense of belonging and can be themselves at work. We believe diversity drives innovation and we continually work to grow our network of people to give us the chance to be the best company that we can. We promote the freedom to work flexibly by empowering people with the autonomy to choose where and when to work and providing them with the technology to be connected to colleagues.

Our Commitment to Wellbeing

Xodus is committed to providing a healthy working environment and strives to continuously improve the quality of working life of our employees, their families and others who work closing with us. We do this through the integration of wellbeing throughout all business activities, to create a working environment and culture that is compatible to the wellbeing of all our colleagues.

Join us at Xodus and be part of a team that's shaping the future of energy. Together, we have the power to create change and make a difference. Apply now and let's build a brighter, more sustainable future, together!

Your application should include a cover letter outlining what skills you would bring to this role, along with your CV and confirmation of right to work in Australia.

Closing date: 11th December 2024