QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Following a strategic redesign, we’ve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future.

Applications are now sought from seasoned support professionals for a new role in Canberra. Reporting to QinetiQ's Australian Chief Executive, the Chief Executive Operations Manager is responsible for providing (or overseeing the provision of, as appropriate) the full range of support functions to the Chief Executive and Australian Leadership Team.

This newly created role will create efficiency and effectiveness through the coordination of activities that contribute to the effective leadership of the Australian operation. In terms of specifics, this will see the successful applicant:

• Acting as the secretariat for business reviews, the Sector Advisory Board, Sector objectives, actions and KPI management
• Preparing, coordinating and quality assuring complex and/or sensitive correspondence, reports, corporate documentation, submissions, talking points and meeting briefs
• Working effectively with the Australian Leadership Team, Leadership Community and other key stakeholders across the Group in order to ensure the effective management of information from to and from the Chief Executive, contributing to effective decision making
• Providing executive support to the business and to activities such as budgeting and strategic planning
• In conjunction with the Corporate Affairs team, coordinating and managing senior executive, government, diplomatic and industry stakeholder engagements and visits
• In conjunction with the Legal team, leading reporting and governance for the sector

Our ideal applicant presents with:

• Tertiary qualifications in a business, management or related field, or equivalent qualifications or experience
• Previous experience within the Defence sector either in industry or the customer environment including existing relationships across the Defence sector and customer community
• Experience supporting government relations activities, preferably within a Defence sector environment
• Proven experience providing executive support to senior business leaders and in supporting activities such as strategic planning and budgeting
• Prior experience supporting legal and governance reporting (or similar)
• Demonstrated experience in leadership and management gained in a role such as operations manager, project manager, or senior executive assistant
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications
• Superior communication skills, an ability to build trusted working relationships and a collaborative style
• Flexibility to take on a range of administrative tasks
• High sense of initiative and problem solving skills coupled with superior time management abilities

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance. Current security clearance will be well regarded.

Whilst applications must be made online here, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Narica Chappel (NChappel@qinetiq.com.au). A position description is available upon request.

Applications close Monday 11th August, 2025.

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Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave

• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave

• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.