At Optus, we don’t sit back and wait for the future to happen, we are out there crafting our own path through new technology, innovation, and investment. We are truly a challenger brand, with challenger spirit.
We are seeking a seasoned Portfolio Business Partner to join our Networks Division. In this role, you will work closely with leaders, Program and Project Managers to drive the strategic direction of the business. You will shape the delivery roadmap and priorities while fostering continuous improvement and a strong culture of agility, simplicity, and reliability.
Your day in the life of a Portfolio Business Partner at Optus
Support the successful delivery of annual AOP programs by influencing, governing, monitoring, and tracking the progress and schedules of the Networks portfolio.
Ensure robust delivery execution across the assigned Networks Division portfolio, acting as a trusted business partner and providing reliable portfolio delivery advice.
Provide effective planning, monitoring, and oversight of strategic, technically complex programs and projects within the assigned Networks Division portfolio.
Work closely with the Networks SLT, program and project managers, and engage with Optus senior management to ensure alignment and transparency.
Lead and optimise the implementation of the Networks Portfolio Management in the assigned Networks Division.
Develop and implement the stakeholder engagement strategy for the assigned Networks Division leadership team.
Ensure effective planning, monitoring, and delivery of the portfolio of programs, projects, and agile delivery initiatives to deliver agreed project KPIs (time, budget, scope, and quality).
Act as the endorser for key information sharing artefacts for the assigned Networks Division.
Provide key inputs to assemble and baseline the assigned Networks Division AOP capex plan annually.
Ensure that the assigned Networks Division delivery is aligned with the maximisation of benefits and initiate benefit reviews in response to all delivery initiative changes or delays.
Lead and promote collaboration of high-performing and engaged program teams to deliver initiative outcomes.
Your skills to pay the bills
Tertiary qualification or equivalent in Business, IT, Engineering, or other aligned field.
Extensive experience leading a portfolio of programs, ideally within the IT/Telecommunications sector.
Years as a Program Manager and/or Project Manager delivering large programs and projects.
Demonstrated success in directly managing large, complex programs.
Proven track record in successfully leading a delivery team in a matrix reporting environment.
Ability to operate effectively in a variety of different environments and respond appropriately to unexpected circumstances.
Demonstrated ability to forge collaborative relationships both within and outside the team and influence desired outcomes.
Commercial and business awareness with a focus on delivering to the internal or external customer.
Capable of independently assessing a wide variety of tasks and being proactive in identifying and undertaking activities that benefit the business.
Ability to manage compliance and conformance with regulatory, legislative, and contractual obligations.
Perks we love at Optus
3 days in the office, 2 days remote – with flexible hours to suit!
Inclusive carer neutral paid Parental Leave of up to 16 weeks
Competitive leave including 2 'Connected Leave' days
All Optus employees have access to resources, webinars and support via the ‘Parents at Work portal’
Own your own growth by accessing an extensive online and facilitator led learning catalogue.
Connect at work through our employee-led volunteer groups: Culture Connect, Elevate Women, Disability Network, Express Yourself (LGBTQIA+), United Veterans, Yarn Network, Wellbeing Network and Young Professionals.
Vibrant campus life, variety of facilities including restaurants, cafes, gymnasium, GP, and post office
Free Optus bus from Macquarie University Metro Station (every 6-8 minutes); morning and afternoon!
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